Aqua Publica Europea is pleased to invite you to our next public seminar: "FINANCING WATER RESILIENCE: Reconciling Environmental Sustainability, Equity, and Efficiency in the Water Sector for the Future of Europe" that will take place in the European Parliament in Brussels.

Ms. Trine Christiansen, Acting Head of the Freshwater and Marine Unit at the European Environment Agency, responds to APE's questions on the recent Europe's State of Water 2024 report. In this interview, Ms. Christiansen analyses the factors behind the slow progress in improving Europe's water bodies. She highlights the importance of preventive measures for tackling persistent pollutants, the potential of nature-based solutions, and the urgent need to adapt our water practices to ensure water security. She also shares her views on the role and responsibility of water operators in strengthening water resilience.

In our February 2025 newsletter, we feature an exclusive interview with Trine Christiansen from the European Environment Agency on the latest Europe’s State of Water 2024 report. You’ll also find details on our upcoming seminar at the European Parliament on financing water resilience, as well as APE’s latest contributions to EU policy discussions. Finally, we highlight important initiatives from our members, including actions against PFAS pollution, energy recovery projects, and international partnerships.