We are proud to announce the publication of the article "Worldwide replicability of alternative water recovery technologies to close water loops in decentralised populations" in the Journal of Environmental Management, the result of an international scientific collaboration.
Among the co-authors of this study, Najla Kamergi and Éric Mino, members of the technical team at SEMIDE, actively contributed to this research, carried out as part of the European project HYDROUSA.
The study assesses the feasibility of six decentralised water recovery solutions (DCS), including wastewater treatment, rainwater harvesting, and solar-powered desalination, across 26 pilot sites worldwide, using a multi-criteria assessment methodology (QFAM). These technologies aim to close water loops and strengthen water resilience in rural or isolated areas.
The article highlights key factors influencing the replication of these solutions: social acceptability, legal frameworks, technical viability, and economic feasibility. It particularly emphasises the crucial role of local governance and the importance of regulatory frameworks tailored to the specificities of each territory.
This publication reinforces SEMIDE’s commitment to developing sustainable and innovative solutions for water management in the Mediterranean region and beyond.
