Water Europe
what is water europe?
The story of Water Europe, initially known as the Water Supply and Sanitation Technology Platform (WssTP), begins in 2004, when it was established by the European Commission as a European Technology Platform (ETP) to confront water-related challenges across the continent. This initiative took a significant leap forward in 2007 when it evolved into a member-driven, multi-stakeholder platform. This transformation marked a pivotal shift, widening its impact and reinforcing its foundational mission of securing a sustainable water future.
Continuing its evolution, the organisation changed its name from WssTP to Water Europe in 2019, marking a new period in which the name of the organisation captured the essense of its mission as the recognised voice and promoter of water-related innovation, research, and technology development in Europe.
With a focus on the entire water value chain, Water Europe advocates for building a water secure, sustainable, and resilient, Water-Smart Society across Europe and beyond.
- Water Europe aims to make sure that everyone involved with water - from businesses to researchers, and governments join hands, in Europe and beyond to come up with better and locally adapted solutions for the water challenges.
- Investing in innovative solutions and circular practices puts Europe at the forefront of the water industry worldwide. This strategic focus not only promotes water security but also enhances Europe's competitive edge, ensuring its water-related sectors lead on a global scale.
- Water Europe is all about using fresh ideas and research to solve big water issues ike droughts, floods, and pollution, and the compounding effects of climate change. By embracing innovation, Europe can smartly manage water resources, demonstrating the benefits of sustainable practices for everyone on the planet.