Supporting decision-making and adaptation policies to address water scarcity and water stress

MAR Approaches Across Demonstration Sites to Address Environmental and Socio-Economic Challenges The current challenges posed by extreme events and climate variability present both a threat and an opportunity. Flood events, such as heavy seasonal rains, can serve as valuable sources of water that can be stored for future use or for providing environmental benefits, such as supporting ecosystems. Other Alternative [...]

Strategies for scaling up MAR solutions, including cost recovery models and market potential At MARCLAIMED, we are developing business models that ensure Alternative Water Resources (AWR) and Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) are not only technically feasible, but economically viable. With water scarcity threatening agriculture, industry, and ecosystems across Europe, the case for MAR is growing. Yet scaling up requires more [...]

With the European Drought Observatory issuing stark warnings for Southern, Eastern, and Central Europe, a consensus is emerging among experts: the continent's escalating water crisis is a problem of management, not just scarcity. As leaders seek solutions, attention is turning to the vast, untapped potential of treated wastewater. According to the European Investment Bank, over 80% of Europe's wastewater is [...]