Cofunded by the European Union

During the Water Europe 'Water Innovation Europe 2024' flagship event, the inaugural Water-Oriented Living Labs (WOLLs) Network Event was held on June 19th.

This event marked a landmark moment for the Water4All Partnership, as over 20 WOLL representatives came together to establish the first-of-its-kind WOLLs Network. This network is a critical step in advancing Water4All's mission to ensure long-term water security through systemic transformations in research and innovation. 

The event provided a platform for each WOLL representative to outline their unique focus areas and activities while sharing their aspirations for the newly formed Network. It marked the beginning of a dynamic ecosystem where the diversity and synergies among WOLLs could be explored and leveraged for greater collective impact. The event in Brussels also demonstrated the collective commitment of Water4All's stakeholders to advancing sustainable water management practices. 

The WOLLs Network aims to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and regulatory learning among its members. It is envisioned as a cornerstone of Water4All's broader goals, which include supporting the achievement of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and the EU Green Deal. The added value of this Network will be realised through ongoing coordination meetings, collaborative projects, and the continuous exchange of best practices, all aimed at tackling the pressing water-related challenges of our time. By catalysing cross-sectoral partnerships and scaling up innovation efforts, the WOLLs Network is set to play a pivotal role in driving the transition to a Water-Smart Society. 

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The Water4All Partnership - Water Security for the Planet - is a funding programme for scientific research in freshwater. It aims to tackle water challenges to face climate change, help to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and boost the EU’s competitiveness and growth.

It is co-funded by the European Union within the frame of the Horizon Europe programme (a key funding programme for research and innovation). The Partnership duration is for seven years from 2022.

The Water4All objective is to enable water security at a large scale and in the long term. Its goal is also to tackle water issues in a holistic frame. 

All forms of life on earth need water. All human activities operate with this resource. Water is part of our everyday life. It is also integrated within urban and countryside landscapes. It is one of the most valuable elements we share with plants and animals.

These simple facts must be kept in mind to understand the Water4All ambition.

This resource is weakened in many places due to climate changes, and human habits. We know that we can improve the way we use water. Everyone has a role to play and especially the scientific research community.

Scientific research is the heart of the Partnership as It is a powerful tool to improve knowledge on preserving, restoring, and managing this essential resource. 

International cooperation is also needed as water has no borders on Earth and runs from one country to another.

Water4All brings together a broad and cohesive group of 90 partners from 33 countries in the European Union and beyond. This consortium gathers partners from the whole water Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) chain.