The Twenty-Seven call for improved "water resilience" in the EU

The Environment Ministers of the Twenty-Seven, gathered in Luxembourg, called this Tuesday for stronger action by the EU to address "water resilience" and avoid phenomena such as floods, droughts, and the increase in temperatures in both freshwater and marine environments. In the conclusions approved during the meeting, the Twenty-Seven highlight the importance of preventing water pollution at its source and point out per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other harmful chemicals. Furthermore, the text emphasizes the need for equitable access to water and sanitation through the modernization of networks, the reduction of water losses, and improvements in distribution systems. This is accompanied by a call for urgent improvements in water infrastructure, even in remote areas and islands. The conclusions also reiterate the strategic importance of water resilience for the competitiveness, food security, and crisis preparedness of the EU and underline the need to continue ...