Supporting decision-making and adaptation policies to address water scarcity and water stress
MARCLAIMED is an EU-funded project aimed at integrating the solutions Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) with Alternative Water Resources (AWR) to mitigate water stress and proactively manage droughts. This integration is essential for the sustainable use of both surface and groundwater resources.
Duration
36 months
Budget
€ 3 209 652.75
Partners
12
Demo sites
3
Latest news & events
Launch of the Alternative Water Resources for Climate Cluster: A Step Towards Sustainable Water Management
On 20 November 2024, the Alternative Water Resources for Climate Cluster was officially launched, marking the beginning of an exciting collaboration to enhance the development, uptake, and reliability of alternative water resources. This initiative brings together two Horizon Europe-funded projects, AWARD and RECREATE, united by a shared mission to ensure a more sustainable and resilient water supply in the face [...]
MARCLAIMED Project Installs Reactive Organic Layers at Comporta Demo Site
On September 16-17, 2024, the MARCLAIMED team, led by LNEC and AgdA Portuguese teams, successfully installed reactive organic layers (ROLs) in two soil-aquifer treatment (SAT) managed aquifer recharge (MAR) infiltration basins at the Comporta Demo site in Portugal. This installation is a significant step towards enhancing water quality in SAT-MAR systems. Key installation details: Infiltration Basin 1 was equipped with [...]
Overcoming Barriers to Circular Economy Solutions in Water Reuse Projects
In the MARCLAIMED Work Package 3, Fresh Thoughts Consulting is focusing on the challenges faced by circular economy initiatives, particularly those centred on treated water reuse. The objective is to identify, classify, and address the various barriers hindering the implementation and uptake of these initiatives. The barriers are categorised into six key areas: Technology, Economic, Financial, Social, Institutional, Regulatory, and [...]
