coebank 309d ago

In the face of climate change and ageing infrastructure, the Bratislava Water Company (BVS) is taking action. With support from the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), it is investing in cleaner, more resilient water and wastewater systems to serve over 800,000 people across the Slovak capital and surrounding regions. This short video highlights how long-overdue upgrades — from pipe replacement to remote-controlled wastewater treatment — are helping reduce water losses, improve environmental protection, and prepare for future droughts and extreme weather. 🔹 28% of water lost annually due to leakage 🔹 €80 million in long-term financing from CEB 🔹 Infrastructure built for reliability, efficiency, and resilience 📍 This project is part of CEB’s broader mission to support inclusive, sustainable public services across Europe. 👉 Read the full story: https://coebank.org/en/news-and-publications/projects-focus/ 📅 Released for World Water Week 2025 #WorldWaterWeek #WaterSecurity #ClimateAdaptation #Bratislava #Slovakia #WaterInfrastructure #CouncilOfEuropeDevelopmentBank #InvestingInPeople #SocialInfrastructure