Water

Demonstration of the effectiveness of a digital solution that continuously measures the bacteriological quality of recycled water in two different environments.

Technical and economic study of materials to be valorized and technologies adapted to the Walloon context (organic and mineral materials).

The aim of SUBSTIPHYT'eau is to offer, where possible, a chemical alternative to active substances that are problematic for water resources.

Establishment of a methodology to measure the environmental impact (sustainability and biodiversity) of investments by the Société Public de Gestion de l'Eau in the Walloon Region.

Research project to collect, build, test and disseminate sound knowledge in Wallonia on water-efficient equipment.

The prototype under development will convert surplus photovoltaic energy into hot water, with funding earmarked for developing the on-board software for the heating control unit.

For better water management, buried infiltration systems temporarily store rainwater and gradually infiltrate it into the soil. This project aims to study the durability of these systems and the efficiency of filters to avoid clogging and reduce maintenance costs.

Reusing treated wastewater for agricultural irrigation can support agriculture in Wallonia. SPGE and SWDE will launch pilot projects, requiring a comparative study with other EU countries to assess technical and regulatory risks, thus establishing a methodology for these 'ReUse' projects.

Analyze threats and opportunities through a field study and propose recommendations for circular water management in ZAEs.

Propose a methodology accompanied by didactic and operational support to enable companies to easily carry out their water footprint.

Develop a methodology for the circularity of water, its energy and recoverable materials. This methodology will be used to identify projects for improving water management within companies. In particular, it will be used and tested by low-carbon and circular economy referents.

Digital solution plans optimum use of rainwater for future activities, conserving resources and emptying cisterns before storms.

Identify locations suitable for the installation of pumped storage units, and define the installed capacity in the light of geographical characteristics and technical, economic, environmental and legislative constraints.