From Voices to Action: Building a Water-Resilient Europe

The “2024 Voices – Citizens Speak Up!” report we released in late February 2024 revealed a clear message from citizens across Europe: water scarcity is a growing concern, and concrete action is needed. This online panel discussion brought together public and private sector leaders to react to citizens’ insights and explore how to turn the tide.

• Moderator: Luke O’Callaghan-White, Programme Manager Climate, Energy & Sustainability, Friends of Europe
• Claudia Olazabal, Head of Unit ‘Sustainable Freshwater Management’, DG ENV, European Commission
• Filip Hebbrecht, Manager, Natuurpunt
• Wouter Vermeulen, Vice President Sustainability & Public Policy Europe, The Coca Cola Company

Together they delved into:

• Maintaining Momentum: How can we ensure water resilience remains a top priority on the EU agenda?
• Breaking Silos: How can we better connect the dots between water, nature, and climate action?
• Action not Talk: What concrete solutions and cross-sector collaborations can drive water resilience across Europe?

This timely discussion, recorded ahead of the 2024 EU Green Week dedicated to water resilience, is a must-watch for EU policymakers seeking to translate citizen concerns into meaningful action.

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