Region of opportunity 4
Location:
Mediterranean coast region, France
Water reuse sector:
Indirect potable reuse
Leading partner:
Background:
In this area, water scarcity poses risks of potable water shortages, exacerbated by climate change, population increase and the growing tourism sector. These regions are projected to experience severe challenges in managing their water resources, making sustainable water solutions such as direct and indirect potable reuse (DPR/IPR) critical. The development of these practices in this region will build on information available from the groundbreaking demo-site project, known as the Jourdain project, on the French Atlantic coast, which is underway from 2022 to 2026.
Expected benefits:
- Identify and select innovative WACES (Water Circular Economy Solutions) for treatment and monitoring.
- Understand public perception and acceptance of potable reuse and develop pathways for public engagement
- Assess selected technologies, practices, and approaches against various reuse scenarios within the region to help overcome barriers to full-scale implementation.
- Share findings and lessons learned with other sites in France and across the EU.
- Develop risk management plans and measures to ensure public acceptance of WACES.
