Inspirational pilot #5

Sewer Mining energy efficient water reuse system (in Markopoulo, East Attica, Greece)

Decentralised non-potable water reuse system for local demand coverage

TRL: 8

TRL: 6

SCALE: D

SYSTEM CONCEPT

  • Wastewater is extracted directly from the local sewer network at the point of demand.
  • Production of high-quality reclaimed water for multiple urban uses (irrigation, aquifer recharge, cleaning, fire protection).

KEY BENEFITS

Circular, energy-efficient & scalable solution that turns waste into a valuable local resource

STRATEGIC INTEGRATION

Validated solution supporting the development of an integrated regional water reuse strategy and master plan

SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

Stakeholder engagement and transparent communication to build trust, and support public acceptance, co-creation and Living Labs opportunities

REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

Creating a structured roadmap for permitting and compliance with applicable regulations

CONTACT POINT