After four years of dedication, collaboration and overcoming various challenges, NAWAMED has reached its zenith, marking a significant milestone in sustainable water management. The project, which began in 2019, has navigated through unforeseen obstacles, including the global COVID-19 pandemic. However, these challenges only served to strengthen the partnership, making the achievement even more commendable.

The crowning accomplishment is the release of its Final Publication, a comprehensive document encapsulating the insights and innovations gained over the four-year duration. It focuses in particular on the description of the new measures to promote non-conventional water (NCW) uses and the innovative and available nature-based solutions (NbS) for greywater treatment and reuse, and provides a general overview of the lessons learned and possible new collaborations for the future. This publication is now available for public access on the project website (Library section), providing a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in sustainable water solutions. 

Furthermore, NAWAMED has made a significant impact at the Mediterranean level with the publication of a Policy Document, available on the library’s website as well. This document aims to promote the inclusion of water demand management and non-conventional water-related measures in national policy frameworks across the region. 

In addition to the publication, the project has produced a captivating short film, “Gocce di Rugiada” (Drops of Dew) which is now public and accessible to a global audience. To watch the short film and delve into the project's transformative narrative it is possible to find it on pareteverdeferla.it and the dedicated youtube channel where you can find subtitles in different languages. 

The impact of the project goes beyond research and publications. Excitingly, NAWAMED has already been capitalised on in MEDWAYCAP and now in new projects that have just started, furthering its legacy and ensuring that the knowledge gained continues to be applied. The successful collaboration and outcomes of the project have opened doors to new opportunities, contributing to the ongoing efforts in sustainable water management. 

As NAWAMED concludes, it is important to acknowledge the commitment and resilience of the partners involved. The lessons learnt, the innovations developed and the partnerships forged during these four years will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the field of water management.

Lastly, the project's final newsletter has been released, covering all the latest major achievements and it is available at the Library section of the website. 

For enquiries, collaboration opportunities or to stay in touch, please contact us at svimed.nawamed@gmail.com.

We look forward to continuing the dialogue on sustainable water solutions.