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How can we bring back life to our waters?

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EU Green Week 2024

Towards a water resilient Europe

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Be water wise

Dive into the EU campaign to see water differently.

Understand why Europe’s water systems are under increasing stress. Find out how we can all work together to transform the way water is managed, used and valued. Discover why we need to protect nature and ecosystems that are at the heart of the water cycle. Learn about the many water solutions out there.

Together, we have what it takes to get this right. We can fix the water cycle. We can use water efficiently across the EU. We can make sure we all have access to clean and affordable freshwater. The time is now to be a # WaterWiseEU.

Ready to see water differently?

• Belgium

  From the medieval waterways of Bruges and the bustling fishing towns on the North Sea to the mineral-rich waters of the Ardennes, Belgians have mastered water for centuries. 

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• Hungary

  Landlocked in the centre of Europe, Hungary’s culture has long been shaped by water, thanks to its many lakes, hot springs, and rivers.

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• Lithuania

  Located on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea, with a rich maritime history, water is crucial to Lithuania's trade and prosperity.

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• Ireland

  Ireland is nicknamed the ‘Emerald Isle’ due to its lush greenery and plentiful rain, and water has played an integral part in defining Ireland’s cultural heritage as well as in supporting its rich biodiversity.

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• Italy

  From ancient aqueducts and historic landmarks like the city of Venice to its river basin districts which drive the country’s economy, Italy has been shaped by water.

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• Poland

  Poland has a dense water network with lakes, rivers and coastal areas contributing to the country’s economy and culture.

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• Romania

  Nestled within the Danube River basin, Romania boasts abundant freshwater resources but grapples with water pollution, flooding and water management challenges.

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