Drought is becoming an increasingly pressing reality in Romania and Eastern Europe. The lack of precipitation, the decrease in groundwater levels, and excessive consumption affect agriculture, industry, and local communities. Moreover, by 2030, it is estimated that more than half of Europe’s river basins could suffer due to drought. Thus, water reuse has become a necessary, efficient and sustainable solution.
In this context, it is becoming increasingly clear that Romania must strengthen its water resilience. The Romanian Water Association (ARA) recently communicated its contribution within the European consultations regarding the Water Resilience Strategy, highlighting the urgent need for efficient and sustainable measures. These initiatives support the objectives of the UN 2030 Agenda (Goal 6 – “Clean water and sanitation”), already assumed by Romania.
A complete chain of solutions for water reuse in agriculture and industry
Through our partnerships with top manufacturers such as Flottweg, HRS Heat Exchangers, Huber SE or Brentwood, we offer complete solutions for the treatment and reuse of water in industrial and agricultural applications.
Our engineers analyze the technical and economic feasibility of each project, taking into account operating costs (energy, consumables, maintenance, disposal costs), as well as the potential for recovering minerals or nutrients from water (such as nitrogen and phosphorus).
Our solutions cover the entire “cradle-to-gate” chain:
- softening and iron removal stations
- reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration
- disinfection systems
- activated carbon treatment
- heat recovery and mechanical separation
Although in the last 15 years the water sector has benefited from important investments, over 7 billion euros, the estimated need remains over 24.5 billion euros for full compliance. This gap can be addressed through circular solutions and water reuse in agriculture and industry – a strategic direction, also supported at the European level.
A circular model: water, resources and sustainable economy
Data shows that in Romania the potential for water reuse is immense. Countries such as Israel, Cyprus, and Malta already reuse over 60–90% of treated wastewater. In contrast, the average in the European Union is only 2.4%, and in Romania, the practice is almost nonexistent. This gap can be transformed into a major opportunity, especially for areas frequently affected by drought.
In certain cases, the controlled treatment of wastewater can conserve valuable nutrients, reducing fertilization costs for farmers and offering a double benefit: water recycling + nutrient recovery.
What risks does water reuse involve?
As with any technological process, there are risks. The reuse of treated water must comply with strict sanitary and environmental safety standards. The 2020 European directive regarding water reuse sets clear requirements for quality, monitoring, and risk management. All these standards can be met through the technologies we make available to our clients.
Reuse solutions adapted to the Romanian context
Whether we are talking about agriculture, the food industry, technology parks, or rural communities, each application needs a personalized approach. In collaboration with our international partners, we provide:
- feasibility assessments for water recycling
- pilot testing in real conditions
- integration of solutions into existing infrastructure
- design, installation, and post-installation support
The reuse of treated water represents both a solution to the water crisis and an investment in the future. Romania has the opportunity to align with the best European practices and to turn a catastrophe, drought, into an opportunity for circular economy, sustainability and water independence.
Contact us to analyze the potential of water reuse within your activities.
