Initial Sampling Campaign and Sensor Installation in Barcelona

On April 16, 2024, MARCLAIMED partners from Cetaqua, Aigües de Barcelona, Agència Catalana de l’Aigua, and the stakeholder CUADLL conducted the first sampling campaign at the Barcelona demosite’s infiltration ponds. The primary goal was to collect blank samples and install sensors in preparation for upcoming aquifer recharge with reclaimed water.

As the aquifer recharge begins, regular sampling campaigns will be conducted to assess the impact of the reclaimed water on the aquifer. The installed sensors will provide crucial data on aquifer levels and changes in physicochemical parameters, helping to monitor the effectiveness and safety of the recharge process. This initial fieldwork marks a significant step forward in the Marclaimed project’s mission to enhance water sustainability.