Noticias sobre Malta
Seven EU Member States face Commission action over water legislation
As part of the July infringements package, the European Commission has opened a series of infringement procedures against eight EU Member States over alleged shortcomings in the implementation of key European water legislation, covering urban wastewater management, water permitting systems and drinking water quality requirements.
BATRAW Innovation Workshop 2
On 18-20 November 2025, the BATRAW consortium met in Pamplona and Bilbao (Spain) for the 8th General Assembly and Innovation Workshop 2 of the project, seeking to develop new technological processes for recovery of critical raw materials from electric vehicle batteries.
More than half of EU waters still struggle with pollution and scarcity, report warns
The European Environment Agency (EEA) has published its five-yearly flagship assessment, Europe’s environment and climate 2025, which it describes as a “health-check” for the continent’s environment, climate and sustainability.
Jordan approves key agreements on water projects
Jordan’s Cabinet approved several agreements with international partners aimed at addressing critical infrastructure and development needs, according to the Jordan Times.
Parliament adopts recommendations ahead of EU water resilience strategy
The European Parliament adopted its recommendations for the forthcoming European Water Resilience Strategy, calling for stronger and more coordinated EU action to address increasing water-related challenges.
Malta pioneers advance in non-conventional water resources with Alter Aqua RECAP project
This week, at Malta’s National Water Conference, Global Water Partnership – Mediterranean (GWP-Med) and Malta’s Energy and Water Agency (EWA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch the Alter Aqua RECAP project—an initiative focused on advancing Malta’s water resilience through promoting the use of recycled greywater for domestic uses.
Is the EU complying with the Water Framework Directive? Analysis of the state of water in Europe
Water is an essential resource for life, the economy and ecological balance, but its management in the European Union continues to face major challenges.
SUEZ and Water Services Corporation extend 5-year smart metering contract in Malta
Water Services Corporation, the utility company in charge of the whole drinking water and wastewater cycles in the Maltese Islands, has awarded SUEZ a new 5-year contract to manage the smart metering service for water consumption in the archipelago.
EU southern states join forces to address urgent water scarcity in agriculture
Officials from nine countries in southern Europe have committed to collaborate on the advancement of water-efficient technologies and practices for agriculture, informs Associated Press.
Record drought hits the Mediterranean region
Severe and prolonged drought events have affected Europe for more than two years and northern Africa for six years, causing water shortages and hampering vegetation growth.
European Commission refers 6 countries to Court of Justice for failure to revise water plans
Today, the European Commission decided to refer Bulgaria, Ireland, Spain, Malta, Portugal and Slovakia to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failure to finalise the…
Joint World Bank, EU, UN Report estimates costs of catastrophic flooding in Libya at $1.8 billion
Reconstruction and recovery needs following the catastrophic flooding in eastern Libya last September are estimated at $1.8 billion, according to a new report released today by the World Bank, the United Nations, and the European Union.
World Bank approves $350 million financing for Morocco’s water program
The Board of Directors of the World Bank approved on July 18th a US$350 million financing program (Program-for-Results) to support the Government of Morocco in implementing its National Program for Potable Water Supply and Irrigation (PNAEPI, 2020-2027) in the context of the 30-year National Water Plan (PNE, 2020-2050).
Quality of Europe’s bathing waters remains high
The majority of bathing water sites in Europe met the European Union’s most stringent ‘excellent’ water quality standards in 2022, according to the latest annual Bathing Water report published today.
EurEau elects Par Dalhielm as new president
The European Federation of National Associations of Water Services elects a new president, committee chairs and Executive Committee, to oversee the continued protection of Europe’s water consumers and the environment.
Drinking water: Ensuring water quality intended for human consumption
Safe drinking water is essential for public health and well-being.
Vast iceberg breaks off near UK Antarctic base
Satellite imagery confirms an enormous iceberg, around five times the size of Malta, has finally calved from Antarctica's Brunt Ice Shelf.
Maltese island achieves water autonomy with SWRO innovation
Energy efficient development helps Gozo island to become water self sufficient. Award-winning project part of EU €100m funding to improve Malta’s water. Utility Water Services Corporation on ‘Net Zero’ impact journey.
Resilience to water scarcity and commodity price shocks are critical for Moroccan economic growth
Moroccan economy slows in wake of drought and commodity price rises.
Zero pollution: large number of Europe’s bathing waters meet highest quality standards
The annual Bathing Water report, published today, shows that in 2021 almost 85% of Europe's bathing water sites met the European Union's most stringent ‘excellent' water quality standards.