EWA Secretary General Shares Perspective on EU Water Resilience Plans

The European Water Association (EWA) is pleased to share that our Secretary General, Arthur Guischet, was recently interviewed by ENDS Europe on the European Commission’s newly presented Water Resilience Strategy.

The strategy, launched in July by Executive Vice-President Teresa Ribera and Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall, sets out three main objectives:

• restoring and protecting the water cycle,

• building a water-smart economy,

• and securing clean and affordable water and sanitation for all.

In the interview, Arthur Guischet highlighted the positive aspects of the Commission’s plans, including recognition of long-standing EWA priorities such as a holistic approach to water policy and greater visibility for water in EU policymaking. He welcomed the further development of the Water Reuse Regulation, as well as the proposal to create a European “water academy” to address skills and workforce challenges in the sector.

At the same time, he underlined that some open questions remain – particularly regarding pollutants like PFAS, funding mechanisms through the European Investment Bank, and how member states will implement the strategy’s non-legislative measures.

The EWA looks forward to continuing the conversation around water resilience, sector innovation, and capacity building in Europe. If you're interested in engaging with us on the EU Water Academy or any other initiatives, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Together, we can ensure a more resilient and sustainable water future for Europe.

You can read the full interview here: ENDS Europe – Interview: The water sector’s view on the EU resilience plans