Definitions of filters for Water ecosystems
Infiltration
The Infiltration ecosystem brings together stakeholders, projects and initiatives working to implement rainwater infiltration at the plot level. It includes stakeholders who study, design, dimension and implement systems dedicated to integrated rainwater management. The ecosystem also covers regulatory aspects, land use planning and urban planning approaches.
Micropollutants
The Micropollutants ecosystem brings together stakeholders and projects dedicated to the detection, analysis, treatment and destruction of micropollutants present in water bodies. Micropollutants include microplastics, perfluorinated compounds and any other persistent chemical or biological substances that have an impact on the environment and human health. The micropollutants ecosystem covers monitoring, analysis, scientific research, advanced treatment technologies and source reduction strategies. It also includes initiatives aimed at risk assessment and the adaptation of water management systems.
ReUse
The ReUse ecosystem brings together stakeholders and projects dedicated to the reuse of treated wastewater or alternative water sources for industrial or domestic uses. Activities related to this ecosystem concern the collection, treatment, storage, distribution and end use of treated wastewater. The ecosystem also includes regulatory, health and economic aspects related to ReUse. It covers technological solutions to guarantee the quality and safety of reused treated water.