
REVOLVE
February 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
🚰 *New EU Rules to Tackle Water Pollution*🚰
The EU’s revised Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive is now in effect (Jan 2025), strengthening water quality and public health!
*Key updates:*
✅ Stronger treatment for micropollutants, microplastics & harmful nutrients
✅ Industries must cover 80% of advanced treatment costs (Polluter Pays Principle)
✅ Simplified reporting for Member States
✅ Cleaner waterways & €6.6B in annual savings by 2040
This marks a big step towards cleaner waterways, healthier ecosystems, and improved well-being for future generations in the EU.
Read more here: https://revolve.media/insights/eu-revamps-wastewater-rules-for-2025