Inside the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster: Discover our mission and goals

Urban M2O has recently joined the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster (ZP4WC),  a European collaborative initiative uniting EU-funded research and innovation projects committed to protecting groundwater and drinking water quality in line with the European Green Deal and the EU Zero Pollution Action Plan.

Originating from a coalition of Horizon Europe 2022 projects, the Cluster was established to address some of Europe’s most pressing water challenges, including groundwater contamination, diffuse pollution, climate-driven pressures on water resources, and emerging risks affecting drinking water safety. By fostering strong collaboration between projects, the Cluster bridges research, innovation, and policy, supporting evidence-based decision-making at EU level.

The Cluster’s mission focuses on:

  • Preventing groundwater contamination and protecting water quality against the impacts of global and climate change
  • Safeguarding drinking water sources, from catchment protection to treatment and safe distribution
  • Developing innovative monitoring, treatment, and risk management solutions for water systems
  • Advancing Europe’s zero-pollution objectives across the entire water cycle

As part of its ongoing expansion, the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster now brings together six Horizon Europe projects and three LIFE projects, strengthening cross-programme cooperation and broadening its scientific and technological scope. This expanded vision allows the Cluster to better address emerging contaminants, diffuse pollution, ageing infrastructure, and climate-related risks affecting both groundwater and drinking water systems.

The Cluster’s key objectives include:

  • Capitalising on research and innovation results and identifying future needs
  • Producing joint policy briefs and recommendations to support EU water policy
  • Demonstrating effective water management practices through real-world case studies

Through strengthened synergies and coordinated action, the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster aims to deliver tangible impact—supporting cleaner water, healthier ecosystems, and a pollution-free water future for Europe.

Visit the official website of the Cluster and follow the LinkedIn and X accounts.

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