June 2026

Carbon dioxide has emerged as the definitive indicator of climate change on the planet. However, the resource that is most critical for human societies is water — and especially water intended for human consumption.

Most municipal water and sewer utilities (DEYAs) across the country struggle daily with limited funding and ever‑increasing requirements, such as the evaluation of management adequacy criteria by RAAEY. Ensuring supply security and safeguarding the quality of drinking water — particularly during the summer — is vital for all cities, and even more so for those facing water deficits and intense pressure from tourism.

The strategic planning of water supply and sewerage networks, the ability to secure funding for projects, the scientific capacity of DEYAs, and the integration of new tools will determine their ability to meet societal demands and adapt to climate change.