SOLLAGUA aims to promote nature-based solutions (SBN) for water reuse in SUDOE that currently faces significant challenges related to water scarcity due to its semi-arid environment, climate change and population growth. The project will address these common challenges by implementing sustainable water management strategies in three rural communities in PT, ES and FR. The goal is to provide a more consistent water supply, while at the same time offering collateral benefits such as climate change mitigation/adaptation. The project aims to change public procurement practices by encouraging the adoption of green/innovative technologies. These changes promote a circular economy based on the reuse of wastewater at the local level, while at the same time providing a new water resource and an alternative to the classic linear scheme (end-of-pipe). This transition is particularly suitable for rural areas, generally less populated and with a weaker economy than urban areas. To achieve these objectives, capacities will be developed in SBN for the reuse of domestic wastewater and 3 study sites (demo sites) will be created. These demo sites (location, solution, capabilities,…) will be carried out through the strategy of creating a Living Lab focused on water and SBN (NB-Woll) and its action plan. The Woll will promote cooperation between governments, universities, businesses and users in an innovation environment. The NB-Woll i) will develop co-creation, ii) be oriented to the SFN with iii) adaptation to the need for water. The action plan will mobilise tools on the costs and benefits of SBNs. This will help raise awareness and show the viability of these technologies and innovations to public/private users. The project will benefit all stakeholders in water management. Transnational cooperation makes it possible to share experiences and lessons learned from the project and encourages its reproduction. The strategy will also ensure that results are aligned with the EU legal framework for re-use.
