Since the beginning of active hostilities on the territory of Ukraine, critical infrastructure facilities, including networks and capacities of water supply and wastewater treatment companies, have been continuously destroyed. The financial and economic condition of these utilities is currently highly vulnerable, and the state and local budgets lack necessary resources…
Date 5 November 2024The Moldovan authorities have recently revised the Law on Public Water Supply and Sewerage Service No. 303/2013, which governs public water supply and sewerage services.
These revisions introduce new requirements for market participants seeking a license to operate.
Additionally, the changes mandate that all tariffs for public water…
Date 31 July 2024Water Resources Sustainable Management and the Role of Water Regulatory Authority is an article by Ndricim Shani, Chairman of the Water Regulatory Authority of Albania, WRA.
Our planet is a system with a closed cycle of water within nature. Water resources, as an integral part of this cycle,…
Date 27 May 2024Introduction
The Know-how Exchange Programme (KEP) initiated by WAREG has been instrumental in fostering enhancements in the regulatory frameworks for water services in the Western Balkans. Throughout its tenure, four significant meetings were conducted, each serving a unique purpose in the project’s overarching goals.
Background
The KEP Project, endorsed by…
Date 1 March 2024In this exclusive interview, we converse with Ivaylo Kastchiev, WAREG Vice-President, who played a crucial role in drafting the KPIs Report 2023.
Kastchiev, with his extensive expertise and experience in both the operational and regulatory aspects of the water sector, chairs the working group responsible for this key report.…
Date 23 January 2024The latest report from WAREG provides an extensive analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) used across Europe for regulating water utilities. This article aims to dissect the main findings from this comprehensive survey, showcasing the diversity…
Date 18 January 2024In an era where environmental sustainability and efficient resource management are paramount, understanding the nuances of water regulation in Europe is more crucial than ever. The WAREG KPIs Report 2023 serves as a cornerstone document in this regard, offering a comprehensive analysis of the performance, efficiency, and quality of…
Date 16 January 2024The Drinking Water Directive is the European Directive that concerns the quality of water intended for human consumption. It regulates standards…
Date 11 January 2024Reflecting on the successful convening of the European Forum on the Regulation of Water Services, the EFRWS23 Water Regulation Insights offer an in-depth look at the collaborative advancements and pivotal discussions led by industry regulators. This summary delves into the critical role these discussions play in enhancing environmental sustainability…
Date 9 December 2023The Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) aims to protect the European Union environment from the adverse effects of urban wastewater by establishing EU-wide rules for collecting, treating, and discharging wastewater.
Note: This article has been updated to reflect the recent 2024 recast of the directive, now known as Directive (EU)…
Date 19 November 2023
