Capacity building for management and governance of MICROplastics in DRINKing water resources of Danube Region

Programme 2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B Danube

Date of latest update: 2025-12-17

Description

Description (EN):

Microplastics (MP) are becoming pollutant of concern, as each year 75000–300000 t are released in Europe's environment. Most recent environmental MP risk is related to Covid-19 and disposal of surgical masks, an overlooked pollution source. According to Joint Danube Survey 4 (JDS4) conducted in 2019, which established a baseline of MP occurrence in the Danube River Basin (DRB), MP was found along the whole Danube, its major tributaries and in aquatic organisms, with polyethylene being the most abundant component usually used in plastic bottles and packaging. Continuous and global emission of MP in DRB contributes to permanent pollution of ecosystems and consequently food chains. Exposure of living organisms leads to (eco)toxic impairments. In contrast to well researched seawater, occurrence and detrimental effects of MP in surface water and groundwater especially those used for drinking water supply of DRB region remain largely unexplored territory. Lack of integrated MP management in water environment is currently one of crucial challenges that DRB countries need to adequately address. Effective monitoring tools, as well as improved and integrated policies to mitigate MP emission and reduce pollution are urgently needed. MP continuously flows in Danube River reaching the Black sea with daily plastic litter load of 4.2 t, and such pollution knows no administrative boundaries. MicroDrink is a follow-up of boDEREC-CE which focused on emerging contaminants in drinking water, recognized MP pollution as a common DRB challenge that can only be tackled with strong transboundary cooperation. MicroDrink aims to build and strengthen institutional, managerial and technical capacity of practitioners, decision-makers and policy governance at different levels and raise public awareness on this urgent environmental problem in DRB. Directive 2020/2184 on the quality of water intended for human consumption (EU DWD) identified MP as potentially hazardous substances and included it on watch list mechanism monitoring from 2024. The European Commission aims to find an analytical methodology for MP in drinking water, in order to carry out a complete risk assessment by 2029. Pre-condition for this is elaboration and acceptance of harmonised sampling and analytical methods. This is where MicroDrink steps in, by supporting cross-border and cross-sector cooperation, exchange of knowledge and experience regarding MP sampling, analysis, monitoring and risk assessment in DRB drinking water resources. MicroDrink aims to make Danube region more resilient to MP pollution by closing the knowledge gaps regarding MP through open online MicroDrink knowledge base offering comprehensive review of MP sampling methods, laboratory instruments and analytical techniques, establishing and maintain synergies with past and current EU projects dealing with DRB water management and protection, engaging relevant national and transnational stakeholders via targeted meetings, workshops and events. MicroDrink’s innovative approach is implementation of MP approach harmonized at EU and non-EU level, tested in designated transboundary pilot sites where MP will be monitored in 9 pilot actions equally distributed in 3 clusters (karst, intergranular, surface/river bank filtration) representative of the vast majority of DRB drinking water resource types. MicroDrink aims to enhance governance of MP at different levels in DRB, by strengthening policy & decision makers’ knowledge and collaboration, and providing them with tested Decision-making support tool for MP and comprehensive transnational capacity building Roadmap towards MP strategy and strategic recommendations for MP management in drinking water resources at water facility and transnational levels. The project outputs and results will build sound foundation for future activities in DRB aimed at assessing MP related risks, hazards and impacts on environment and human health. MicroDrink transboundary and cross-sector collaboration in EU and non-EU countries will foster active engagement of all key actors across DRB, preparing them for efficient implementation or adaptation of EU DWD, increasing the resilience of water supply systems against MP by providing the water supplier with a decision-making support tool for selecting optimal measures and choosing adequate actions towards mitigation of MP. Water supply is currently endangered with climate changes, and hydraulic models forecast decreased water quantities that subsequently lead to increased MP concentrations in drinking water. Thus, MicroDrink will aim to improve quality of drinking water in DRB. We also aim to raise the awareness and influence the behaviour of water supply end users by introducing them to good practices for prevention of MP pollution via municipal waste.

Actual Achievements (EN):

In the first period of project implementation, several organizational activities have been completed. The Kick-off meeting was held in Zagreb, from March 6th to 8th, organised by the project's Lead Partner (LP) Croatian Geological Survey. The Kick-off served as an excellent opportunity to present clearly defined objectives and work goals to all project partners as well as assign first tasks to be completed. All PPs were represented at the Kick off, introduced their institutions and their pilot areas. Guest speakers from ICPDR, EUSDR and MA/JS of the Interreg DRP also presented at the Kick-off event. To establish a strong communication and management network, LP established an internal online management and file sharing platform (the MicroDrink OneDrive platform). LP created the general project contact list, all partners added their project team members. Several documents containing project-specific implementation guidelines were drafted by the LP and shared with partners: Project handbook, Quality and Risk Management Plan, Project deliverables status. Steering Committee was nominated during the Kick-off, and the member list was uploaded to the internal platform. Given that the Danube region comprises a large territory where the Danube and its tributaries interconnect all countries, it is important to conduct the study on a transnational level. For example, downstream countries are directly affected by upstream countries and national efforts cannot be effectively conducted without transnational consideration. This transnational effort presents itself through the completion of several deliverables within the project: D131, D141, D142, D143. All are part of Specific objective 1, Activities 1.3 and 1.4, with the aim to catalogue the current state of the art of sampling techniques and analyses used in partner countries. To complete the deliverables, the partners collected information from stakeholders through interviews and surveys, reporting the data in national reports that were compiled by the leader of SO1 into transnational reports, highlighting all of the similarities and emphasizing the differences between all countries. Furthermore, Activities 1.1 and 1.2 have started. For A1.1, a survey was created that will collect stakeholder, decision makers' and the general public input on legislation, public awareness and problems related to microplastics. For A1.2, a list of transnational and national (Croatian) projects related to microplastics has been created, and several synergy-creation activities have commenced: representatives of MicroDrink's LP participated at AQUATIC PLASTIC's microplastics sampling and analysis workshop in Vienna in June, and a meeting for all lead partners of projects within DRP specific objective 2.3 was held. At the meeting, representatives agreed to share between each other relevant project findings and results, invite each other to thematic workshops and webinars and create joint Newsletters. Activities related to Specific objectives 2 and 3 begin and are due at later periods, however some preparatory actions have started: all partners completed the technical information survey on pilot areas provided by SO2 leader, and agreed to begin the joint procurement process of the sampling equipment necessary for SO2; for SO3 the MicroDrink Board has been established. Regarding communication activities, the project's Communication Manager, Project Partner 9 (PP9) University of Belgrade Faculty of Mining and Geology, created social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn) and is in charge of regular updates of the social media channels, as well as the project's official website, the access to which was received during this period. The CM also adapted the templates provided by the Programme for the convenience of all partners, created the first project Newsletter and disseminated it to stakeholders, created the first promotional video published on YouTube. The transnational list of stakeholders has been created jointly by each partner for their respective country. All partners contributed to dissemination efforts by installing the project poster at their institutions, and posting about MicroDrink activities on their webpages and social media sites. As a way to gain knowledge on microplastics, share news and promote project MicroDrink, and find potential synergies, PPs participated at several events. LP participated in the Kick-off of project AQUATIC PLASTIC, Microplastics days hybrid event organised by University of Ljubljana, Microplastics for breakfast (the first meet-up of Croatian and Slovenian micro- and nanoplastics researchers), Austrian Microplastics Action Plan conference (presenting project MicroDrink with PP6) and the aforementioned AQUATIC PLASTIC microplastics workshop. PP8 presented MicroDrink at two events: the Hungarian Water Utility Associations' Laboratory Task Force and the Hungarian Alliance of Environmental Enterprises' Sampling and analysis conferences. At the start of Period 2, joint procurement of sampling equipment for the partnership commenced, facilitated by LP and conducted by PP8. The equipment was delivered in time for the D223 International joint sampling training session which took place on October 9th, during the 2nd Partner Meeting in Budapest. The meeting was held from October 8 to 10, organized by PP8, supported by LP and saw active participation of PPs, ASPs and stakeholders. The template for the description of pilot (D211, D212 and D213) was prepared by PP6 and presented to the partnership during a technical meeting on December 18. First results of laboratory analyses of samples taken during D223 International joint sampling training session became available in December. D152 National stakeholder workshops were conducted in each partner country. PP12 and CM prepared templates and guidelines for the workshops. All partners participated in the organization of events, including drafting invitations, translating surveys, delivering presentations etc. The workshops were announced on the official MicroDrink website and in the 2nd project Newsletter. The MicroDrink Knowledge Base was presented to the stakeholders as a tool for easy access of information on microplastics. During the workshops, data was gathered on existing practices in microplastics sampling and analysis, level of public awareness and concern, key challenges and areas of improvement were identified. Results of the workshops were analyzed and relevant data was input in the MicroDrink Knowledge Base. One of the key takeaways from the knowledge gathered was the need for a harmonized terminology. Therefore, with the consortium’s input, SO1 leader created a MicroDrink glossary. Two Micro(knowledge) transfer webinars were held in December: D221 webinar on general state of the art of MP in drinking water resources on Dec 16, D222 webinar for sampling, laboratory instruments and analytical techniques on Dec 4. The webinars were announced on the official website and included in the 2nd Newsletter, and disseminated to stakeholders. Several invitees further assisted in spreading the word on MicroDrink webinars, leading to a wide outreach with over 200 participants. In this period, synergy continued to be fostered, through targeted dissemination and exchange of project Newsletters with projects EcoDaLLi, DALIA, AURORA, EUROqCHARM, LimnoPlast, MONPLAS, Plasticheal, PRIORITY etc. PRIORITY project distributed MicroDrink Newsletters to their substantial mailing list, contributing to the high participation count in MicroDrink webinars. Plans were established for the Joint Newsletter with other Interreg DRP 2.3 projects. PP6 held an internal meeting at which several projects were introduced to MicroDrink. PP12 established strong connections to DALIA project through a zoom meeting discussing ideas and exchanging expertise. A meeting between DALIA and MicroDrink is planned for the next period. Synergy was achieved with Interreg CBC Hungary-Serbia project MICROPLASTICS, with MicroDrink representatives delivering a presentation at their opening conference on October 17. Many communication and dissemination efforts took place. 10 posts were published in the News section on the official website, 9 events were announced (8 workshops + International joint sampling training session), a tab was added leading to the MicroDrink Knowledge Base, and two webinars were announced on the project homepage. Social media continued to be regularly updated throughout the period. The official YouTube channel was updated with three new videos showing the Joint sampling, and recordings of the two Micro(knowledge) transfer webinars. The 2nd project Newsletter was created and disseminated to stakeholders. Partners participated at events: Microplastics in drinking water – from source to tap, where LP and PP8 delivered presentations. PP12 showcased the project at Children’s University, Youth Parliament to the Alpine Convention in Italy from Liceo Da Vinci Trento, Mineral Resources in the Human-Environment System - Fundamentals for Practical and Action-Oriented Teaching event. PP9 and PP11 participated at the Water Fair 2024 in Belgrade and presented the MicroDrink project, and introduced the project to young students at the “A Step into Science” conference in Petnica. PP4 participated at the “Drinking water safety and legal framework” professional training in November. Partners contributed to project knowledge dissemination by posting on their institution social media, LP published a text in the News of the Croatian Geological Society, and a contribution was made to the WaterWiseEU campaign initiated by the Directorate-General for Environment of the European Commission, and the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters”. In this period, SO1 activities progressed as planned. Within A1.1, surveys that were published on project website in Period 1 were closed at the end of Period 3 and data will be used for preparing deliverables D.1.1.1 and D1.1.2. Synergy continued to be fostered in Activity 1.2, through targeted dissemination and exchange of project Newsletters with projects EcoDaLLi, DALIA, AURORA, EUROqCHARM, LimnoPlast, MONPLAS, Plasticheal, PRIORITY etc. The structured template for Deliverable D1.2.1 was prepared by SO1 leader PP12, which partners used to document relevant projects with the aim of mapping synergies with other EU-funded projects on microplastics in drinking water. A roundtable discussion (D1.2.2), was held on 22 May 2025, to exchange lessons and explore collaboration with selected initiatives (organized by PP12). The roundtable discussion featured the of representatives of several EU projects related to plastics and microplastics, as well as participation of JRC representative Dr. Claudia Cella, enabling exchange of information on microplastics sampling as defined in the EU DWD directly from source to PPs as well as externally. A second round of roundtable discussion was held at a later with Dr. Christian Laforsch, a veteran in microplastics research. The Project Consortium continued advancing the MicroDrink Knowledge Base (D1.2.3) by gathering and organizing partner inputs and translations of each section into national languages. Additionally, on 20 March 2025, PP12 hosted a Synergy Day field trip and discussion with the DALIA project and EELISA network, identifying potential cooperation areas. In SO2, the templates for D2.1.1, D2.1.2, and D2.1.3, were prepared by PP6 and distributed to partners in January. Partners’ contributions were collected for all three deliverables and synthesis reports were prepared on characterization of drinking water obtained from karst water resources, intergranular water resources and from surface/bank filtration water resources in DRB. Two rounds of national samplings (D2.1.4) were conducted in this period in each partner country during Q1 and Q2 2025. The SO2 leader, PP8 Eurofins was present at the first national samplings, transferring their knowledge and experience to the participants. The samples were analysed and reports prepared for each national sampling. Also, the sample status tracking system was created. National samplings will be continued in period 4. The 3rd partnership meeting of the MicroDrink Board (D3.1.1), was held from the 19th to 21st of March in Neufahrn bei Freising. The event was organized and hosted by PP12 FAU, with the support of LP. The templates for deliverables (D3.1.2, D3.2.1, D3.2.2 and D3.3.1) were prepared and circulated to the partnership. Deliverables D3.2.1 and D3.2.2 were completed in period 3. D3.2.1 was a questionnaire for stakeholders, primarily water works operators. D3.2.2 is a report on microplastics hotspots identification. To increase project visibility and outreach, several activities were conducted: the third project Newsletter was prepared and distributed via e-mail to the transnational stakeholder mailing list, as well as published on the official project website. Partners were regularly contributing to project news and events on the project website, as well as social media channels and partner institution websites. Important initiative within the 3rd period was the preparation and coordination of the transnational Joint Newsletter - a document outlining several projects within the Interreg DRP and Interreg IPA Hungary-Serbia Programmes. LP coordinated the initiative and collaborated with lead partners and communication managers of all participating projects, creating a strong network of projects focused on maintaining and restoring water quality throughout the Danube Region. Many communication and dissemination efforts took place. 14 posts were published in the News section on the official website. Social media continued to be regularly updated throughout the period, 71 posts have been published on the MicroDrink Facebook and LinkedIn accounts, and 56 posts on Instagram Partners participated at national and international events and conferences and held regular meetings, furthering the impact and reach of the project.

Project outputs: MP approach harmonized at EU & non-EU level(EN)
Microplastics in drinking water obtained from karst water resources in Danube region (EN)
Microplastics in drinking water obtained from intergranular water resources in Danube region (EN)
Microplastics in drinking water obtained from surface/river bank filtration water resources in Danube region (EN)
MicroDrink Board(EN)
Decision-making support tool for microplastics(EN)
Testing of DMST in drinking water obtained from karst water resources in Danube region(EN)
Testing of DMST in drinking water obtained from intergranular water resources in Danube region(EN)
Testing of DMST in drinking water obtained from surface/river bank filtration water resources in Danube region(EN)

Thematic information

Governance, partnership Waste and pollution

Priority: (VI-B_D_2) Priority 2 - A greener, low- carbon Danube Region

Priority specific objective: RSO2.5. Promoting access to water and sustainable water management

Priority policy objective (Interreg specific objective): PO2 A greener, low-carbon transitioning towards a net zero carbon economy and resilient Europe by promoting clean and fair energy transition, green and blue investment, the circular economy, climate change mitigation and adaptation, risk prevention and management, and sustainable urban mobility

Type of intervention: 064 Water management and water resource conservation (including river basin management, specific climate change adaptation measures, reuse, leakage reduction)

Partners (12)

Lead Partner: Hrvatski geološki institut

Partner’s ID if not PIC: HR43733878539

Department: Department of Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology

Address: Milana Sachsa, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Department address: Milana Sachsa , 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.hgi-cgs.hr

Total budget: EUR 416 500.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 333 200.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 83 300.00

Contractors:

Name: IT Praxis d.o.o., Praxis
VAT registration or tax identification number: 01971948897
Name: Intercontinental Kft
VAT registration or tax identification number: 23049374-2-11

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Name: Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Department: Professorship for Applied Geology and Modeling of Environmental Systems

Partner’s ID if not PIC: DE132507686

Address: Schlossgarten, 91054 Erlangen, Germany

Department address: Schlossgarten, 91054 Erlangen, Germany

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: https://www.gzn.nat.fau.de/angewandte-geologie/

Total budget: EUR 267 317.50

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 213 854.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 53 463.50

Contractors:

Name: INAM
VAT registration or tax identification number: DE 324670785

Javno komunalno preduzeće “Drugi oktobar” Vršac

Name: Javno komunalno preduzeće “Drugi oktobar” Vršac

Department: Waterworks and Sewage Sector

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 100911224

Address: Stevana Nemanje, 26300 Vršac, Serbia

Department address: Stevana Nemanje, 26300 Vršac, Serbia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: http://www.oktobar.rs

Total budget: EUR 136 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 108 800.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 27 200.00

Contractors:

Name: Hemijski fakultet UB
VAT registration or tax identification number: 100911224
Name: Intercontinental KFT
VAT registration or tax identification number: 23035-4404-006102

Zavod za javno zdravstvo Federacije BiH

Name: Zavod za javno zdravstvo Federacije BiH

Department: Health Ecology Department

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 4200735860023

Address: Maršala Tita, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Department address: Vukovarska, 88000 Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Regional public authority

Website: http://www.zzjzfbih.ba

Total budget: EUR 170 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 136 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 34 000.00

Contractors:

Name: Intercontinental KFT
VAT registration or tax identification number: Cg 11-09-017793

Univerzitet u Beogradu, Rudarsko-geološki fakultet

Name: Univerzitet u Beogradu, Rudarsko-geološki fakultet

Department: Department of hydrogeology, Centre for karst hydrogeology

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 100206244

Address: Djušina, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Department address: Djušina, 11000 Beograd, Serbia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: https://rgf.bg.ac.rs

Total budget: EUR 200 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 160 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 40 000.00

Contractors:

Name: UB, Hemijski fakultet
VAT registration or tax identification number: 101823040
Name: Intercontinental Kft.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 23049374-2-11
Name: Agencija "Background"
VAT registration or tax identification number: 54361807

Eurofins Analytical Services Hungary Kft

Name: Eurofins Analytical Services Hungary Kft

Department: -

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 10772452-2-41

Address: Anonymus, 1045 Budapest, Hungary

Department address: Anonymus, 1045 Budapest, Hungary

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Enterprise, except SME

Website: https://www.eurofins.hu/hu/analytical-services-hungary-en/

Total budget: EUR 262 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 209 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 52 400.00

Contractors:

Name: Flextra Lab Kft.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 10452776-2-43
Name: Ex Ante Tanácsadó Iroda Kft.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 12951501-2-41

Výzkumný ústav vodohospodářský T. G. Masaryka, v.v.i.

Name: Výzkumný ústav vodohospodářský T. G. Masaryka, v.v.i.

Department: Hydrogeology

Partner’s ID if not PIC: CZ00020711

Address: Podbabská, 16000 Praha 6, Czech Republic

Department address: Podbabská, 16000 Praha 6, Czech Republic

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.vuv.cz

Total budget: EUR 170 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 136 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 34 000.00

Umweltbundesamt GmbH

Name: Umweltbundesamt GmbH

Department: Groundwater

Partner’s ID if not PIC: ATU45908200

Address: Spittelauer Laende, 1090 Vienna, Austria

Department address: Spittelauer Laende, 1090 Vienna, Austria

Legal status: public

Organisation type: National public authority

Website: http://www.umweltbundesamt.at

Total budget: EUR 180 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 144 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 36 000.00

Contractors:

Name: Buchhaltungsagentur des Bundes
VAT registration or tax identification number: ATU57953646

Javno podjetje Kovod Postojna, vodovod, kanalizacija, d.o.o., Postojna

Name: Javno podjetje Kovod Postojna, vodovod, kanalizacija, d.o.o., Postojna

Department: Pitna voda

Partner’s ID if not PIC: SI17322057

Address: Jeršice, 6230 Postojna, Slovenia

Department address: Jeršice, 6230 Postojna, Slovenia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Infrastructure and (public) service provider

Website: http://www.kovodpostojna.si

Total budget: EUR 136 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 108 800.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 27 200.00

Contractors:

Name: GOSTILNA IN PIZZERIA ČUK
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI17311098
Name: Sandi Novak
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI83701214
Name: Rudolf Zdenko
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI45904219
Name: Larisa Derenčin
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI78313333
Name: Attila Juhasz
VAT registration or tax identification number: 23049374-2-11
Name: Luka Koren
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI38864207
Name: Doris Komen Horvat
VAT registration or tax identification number: 68237529

Univerza v Ljubljani

Name: Univerza v Ljubljani

Department: Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, Department of Geology

Partner’s ID if not PIC: SI54162513

Address: Kongresni trg, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Department address: Kongresni trg, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.uni-lj.si/eng

Total budget: EUR 272 980.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 218 384.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 54 596.00

Zavod za javno zdravstvo Zadar

Name: Zavod za javno zdravstvo Zadar

Department: Department of Public Health and Environmental protection

Partner’s ID if not PIC: HR69715301002

Address: Ljudevita Posavskog , 23000 Zadar, Croatia

Department address: Ljudevita Posavskog , 23000 Zadar, Croatia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Regional public authority

Website: http://www.zjz-zadar.hr

Total budget: EUR 136 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 108 800.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 27 200.00

Contractors:

Name: studiog6h8
VAT registration or tax identification number: 86214661164
Name: Agencija za stud. standard
VAT registration or tax identification number: HR33195887939
Name: Medun. centar za podvodnu arh.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 42850342757
Name: DATA LINK d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 73557700035

Technische Universität München

Name: Technische Universität München

Department: Chair of Hydrology and River Basin Management

Partner’s ID if not PIC: DE811193231

Address: Arcisstraße, 80333 München, Germany

Department address: Arcisstraße, 80333 München, Germany

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.cee.ed.tum.de/en/hydrologie/home/

Total budget: EUR 4 682.50

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 3 746.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 936.50

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Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg

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Public Utility Service Company “Drugi oktobar” Vrsac

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Institute for Public Health of the Federation Bosnia and Herzegovina

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University of Belgrade, Faculty of Mining and Geology

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Eurofins Analytical Services Hungary Kft

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T. G. Masaryk Water Research Institute

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Umweltbundesamt GmbH

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Public company Kovod Postojna, water supply, sewerage, a limited liability company, Postojna

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University of Ljubljana

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Institute of Public Health Zadar

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Croatian geological survey

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Technische Universität München

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Summary

Project name (EN): Capacity building for management and governance of MICROplastics in DRINKing water resources of Danube Region

Project acronym: MicroDrink

Project ID: DRP0200442

Project start date: 2024-01-01

Project end date: 2026-06-30

Project status: ongoing

Relevant linked projects:

Strengthening cooperation between river basin management planning and flood risk prevention to enhance the status of waters of the Tisza River Basin (JOINTISZA) (EN) | JOINTISZA project (2017-2019) recognized how negative effects of water pollution are amplified by climate change which requires harmonised management actions across DRB. JOINTISZA addressed the plastic pollution topic of Tisza river basin and prepared an Updated Integrated Tisza River Basin Management Plan. Within A1.2 an online questionnaire will be sent to JOINTISZA representatives to collect their know-how and experience on the sources MP pollution in DRB. They will also be invited to join the roundtable discussion (A1.2). Within A1.5, MicroDrink will meet with JOINTISZA representatives to maintain an up-to-date information flow regarding MP pollution status of DRB. MicroDrink will disseminate its newsletters to JOINTISZA project consortium and invite them to MicroKnowledge transfer webinars (A2.2) and project conferences. (EN), Board for Detection and Assessment of Pharmaceutical Drug Residues in Drinking Water – Capacity Building for Water Management in Central Europe (boDEREC-CE) (EN) | MicroDrink is a follow-up of boDEREC-CE project which undertook first initiatives to increase the availability of data, knowledge, public awareness, and capacities, in order to be able to propose a transnational strategy, including procedures and tools, for mitigating and managing emerging contaminants (ECs) in the water environment, especially in drinking water. MP is seen as emerging contaminants. As such, both projects share the same 4 PPs (including LP) whose representatives are also members of former project’s Board of experts. This allows linking new MicroDrink consortium and former boDEREC-CE actors with complementary thematic specialisation regarding management and protection of drinking water resources, experiences, methodological approaches to managing MP as emerging contaminant and offers opportunities for widening the geographical scope across DRB and CE regions. A strong synergy with boDEREC-CE will be established in A1.2. Moreover, boDEREC-CE Board of experts and other relevant PPs will be directly involved in communication and dissemination activities of A1.5. (EN), F(ol)low the Plastic from source to the sea: Tisza-Danube integrated action plan to eliminate plastic pollution of rivers (Tid(y)Up) (EN) | TID(Y)UP project (2020-2022) emphasized the increasing presence of MP pollution in DRB. The focus was given on the improvement of water quality and reduction of plastic pollution in the river Tisza, the most heavily contaminated river in the Danube region. MicroDrink’s PP 8 also participated in Tid(y)Up consortium which offers direct opportunities for knowledge and experience exchange. Tid(y)Up representatives will be given an online questionnaire (in A1.2) to collect their knowledge and experience on issues related to MP occurrence in DRB. They will be invited to join roundtable discussion on MP sampling (A1.2). Tid(y)Up representatives will be invited to participate in joint sampling event in A2.1 and for transferring knowledge in A2.2. Invitation will be sent for MicroDrink conferences. (EN), AQUATIC PLASTIC (EN) | As planned follow up Tid(y)Up project, AQUATIC PLASTIC main objective is to initiate bottom-up management solutions to reduce plastic waste in the Danube Basin. AQUATIC PLASTIC will provide a thorough database and methodology to map riverine plastic waste and tools for water management authorities to measure, monitor and divert riverine plastic waste accumulations. MicroDrink and AQUATIC PLASTIC will closely cooperate in order to exchange know how on plastic pollution in DRB and make potential relations between riverine plastic pollution and MP occurring in drinking water resources of DRB. In A1.5 we envisaged joint meeting (online or in vivo), participation of AQUATIC PLASTIC representatives on MP roundtable discussions (A1.2) and as keynote speakers to the MicroDrink’s final conference. Through joint dissemination efforts we will share both project results via different communication channels and on targeted stakeholder events. MicroDrink representatives will participate in AQUATIC PLASTIC MIP workshop aimed at exchanging knowledge on MP sampling in environmental water (river). (EN), Actionable eUropean ROadmap for early-life health Risk Assessment of micro- and nanoplastics (AURORA) (EN) | Little is known regarding how MP affects human health, especially during early life and development. The EU-funded AURORA project (2021-2026) aims to develop a framework for micro- and nanoplastics risk assessment to evaluate its impact during pregnancy and early life. Polluted drinking water can represent direct MP intake, and particles below 10 µm in diameter can cross various cell membranes in the human body while carrying heavy metals, allergens, toxicans and microorganisms further endangering human health. In A1.2 an online questionnaire will be sent to AURORA representatives to collect knowledge and experience on MP in drinking water. Within A1.5, MicroDrink representatives will organize a joint meeting with AURORA representatives to exchange up-to-date know-how on implications of MP occurrence in drinking water resources. LP of AURORA will be invited to join as keynote speaker to the MicroDrink’s final conference (A1.5) to present potential health impacts of MP in drinking water. With AURORA project, MicroDrink will exchange newsletters. (EN), Danube Region Water Lighthouse Action (DALIA) (EN) | The DALIA project (2023-2026) provides options for strategies and policies that concern freshwater ecosystem protection and ecosystem connectivity in the DRB and improved protection of local communities and ecosystems from extreme events and pollution threats. MP is a ubiquitous and ongoing pollution threat for not only humans but also water related ecosystems. DALIA LP is OVF which is also ASP of the MicroDrink project. Therefore they will act as a liason between two projects and enable direct exchange of know-how and experience. In A1.2 an online questionnaire will be sent to DALIA representatives to collect knowledge and experience on DRB freshwater resources status quo. Within A1.5, a joint thematic meeting (online or vivo) is planned to exchange on both project findings and results. With DALIA project, MicroDrink will exchange newsletters and encourage future transnational cooperation in the DRB area after both projects’ end. DALIA representatives will be invited to join discussion consultations (in A3.2) to joint brainstorming on filling the gaps and taking opportunities related to the MP policy improvement at DRB level. DALIA LP as MicroDrink ASP will be invited to joint sampling training session in SO2 and will be part of MicroDrink Board in SO3. (EN), Sources and solutions for freshwater microplastics (LimnoPlast) (EN) | The EU-funded LimnoPlast project (2019-2023) is addressing MP issue by: data assessment, training, technological solutions and behaviour change. The project will analyse the sources and impacts of freshwater microplastics, and train scientists at the coal-face of the MP issue. LimnoPlast goal is to develop innovative solutions to remove MP from the environment, and find environmentally-friendly polymers. In A1.2, LimnoPlast representatives will be given an online questionnaire to collect their knowledge and experience on the sources and impacts of MP in freshwaters. Their representatives will also be to join the roundtable discussion (in A1.2). Within A1.5, MicroDrink will meet with LimnoPlast representatives to maintain an up-to-date know how on MP in freshwater resources LimnoPlast representatives will be invited as keynote speakers to present their “innovate technological solutions to remove MP” at final conference (A1.5). MicroDrink will disseminate its newsletters to LimnoPlast consortium. In A3.2 LimnoPlast representatives will be invited to discussion consultations aimed at identification of practitioners needs and building capacity for solving MP related problems in drinking water resources. (EN), Innovative tools to study the impact and mode of action of micro and nanoplastics on human health: towards a knowledge base for risk assessment (PLASTICHEAL) (EN) | The EU-funded project PLASTICHEAL (2021-2025) aims to provide legislators with data, methodologies, experimental models and biological endpoints of effect for risk assessment and decision-making, by filling current knowledge gaps in terms of micro- and nanoplastics hazard to human health. PLASTICHEAL representatives will be given an online questionnaire (in A1.2) to collect their knowledge and experience on issues related to MP occurrence in freshwaters. Along AURORA representative, PLASTICHEAL representative will also be invited as keynote speaker to the final conference to present potential health implications of MP (e.g. toxicity, carcinogenicity) in drinking water (in A1.5). With PLASTICHEAL project, MicroDrink will exchange newsletters. (EN), The training of early stage researchers for the development of technologies to monitor concentrations of micro and nanoplastics in water for their presence, uptake and threat to animal and human life (MONPLAS) (EN) | The EU-funded project MONPLAS (2020-2023) trains early stage researchers to monitor concentrations of micro- and nano-plastics in water for their presence, uptake and threat to animal and human life. MONPLAS consortium consists of some of Europe’s greatest experts in field of MP analysis that corresponds to EC Drinking Water Directive 2020. MicroDrink’s PP 8 also participates in MONPLAS consortium which offers direct opportunities for knowledge and experience exchange either through online or face-to-face meetings. MONPLAS representatives will be given an online questionnaire (in A1.2) to collect their knowledge and experience on issues related to MP occurrence in freshwaters. They will be invited to join roundtable discussion on MP sampling. MONPLAS representatives will be invited to participate in joint sampling event in A2.1 and for transferring knowledge in A2.2. MicroDrink will disseminate its newsletters to MONPLAS project consortium. (EN), Plastics monitoRIng detectiOn RemedIaTion recoverY (Priority) (EN) | PRIORITY (2021-2025) is a science and technology research network focused on developing, implementing, and consolidating strategies to tackle the global challenges of micro- and nanoplastics in the environment. Representatives of PRIORITY will be involved through questionnaire and leader of Working Group 2 “Monitoring and sampling MPs” will be invited to roundtable discussion (A1.2). A joint thematic meeting regarding MP sampling and analysis, will be organized prior to pilot action activities, while also another consultation meeting will be held to exchange views on the improvement of MP related legislation within A3.3. With PRIORITY project, MicroDrink will exchange newsletters. (EN), EUROpean quality Controlled Harmonization Assuring Reproducible Monitoring and assessment of plastic pollution (EUROqCHARM) (EN) | The EU-funded EUROqCHARM project (2020-2023) consortium wants to analyze and evaluate existing methodologies for macro-, micro- and nanoplastic pollution assessment in the environment, and harmonize them on a European level. EUROqCHARM results are mainly focused on MP in the Arctic region. In A1.2, an online questionnaire will be sent to EUROqCHARM representatives and they will be invited to roundtable discussion to fill in the knowledge gaps on MP analysis in water medium. Within A1.5, a joint thematic meeting (online or vivo) is planned to exchange up-to-date know-how on MP analysis methodologies and findings. MicroDrink will disseminate its newsletters to EUROqCHARM project consortium to encourage the wider take-up of project findings outside of DRB. (EN), MAURICE (Interreg Central Europe 2021-27) (EN) | The impact of climate change is increasingly important for the design, construction, and maintenance of water infrastructure. Current hydraulic models forecast decreased water quantities that could lead to increased MP concentrations in drinking water. The MAURICE project introduces new water management solutions for cities. The partnership helps to integrate these into broader concepts on regional climate change adaptation and encourages the uptake of urban water management tools and measures. An exchange visit of pilot actions is planned between Croatian PPs involved in both projects, to enable cross-fertilisation of projects’ findings and to explore opportunities for take-up of MicroDrink results (e.g. DMST or strategic recommendations for MP management in drinking water). As MAURICE project consortium is established in CE, joint actions will ensure wider dissemination of findings and take-up of MicroDrink outcomes outside the DRB. (EN), International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR), Joint Danube Survey 4 (JDS4) (EN) | One of the highest priority regarding challenges ICPDR is faced with is the organic substances pollution. The ICPDR serves as the coordinating platform to address multilateral issues at roof level (international and basin-wide level), thus MicroDrink will strongly involve ICPDR actors (joint roundtable discussion in A1.2, online or in vivo meetings, project conferences in A1.5) in order to increase the visibility of the MicroDrink in DRB area and to ensure positive project impact on the MP related policy making process at DRB level. (EN), EUSDR PA04 Water quality (EN) | MicroDrink builds strong synergy with EUSDR in project implementation through ASP OVF which is a Hungarian coordinator of EUSDR PA04. They will be invited to project meetings, conferences, joint sampling training session, and roundtable discussion on MP, but will also help disseminate MicroDrink results within EUSDR PA04 and build professional network on DRB level. (EN)

Total budget/expenditure: EUR 2 351 480.00

Total EU funding (amount): EUR 1 881 184.00

Total EU funding (co-financing rate): 80.00%

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Deliverables:

Synthesis report review on existing policies and legislation in Danube region
Problems and current practices - MP in the water used for drinking water supply in Danube region
Finding, establishing and maintaining synergies-overview of findings of MP EU projects
Roundtable discussion for MP sampling in drinking water
MicroDrink Knowledge Base
Overview of existing sampling procedures in EU (with emphasis on drinking water resources in DRP
Overview of laboratory instruments and analytical methods in EU region (with emphasis on DRB)
Catalogue of existing laboratory instruments for the detection of microplastics in water
Catalogue of existing analytical methods for the detection of microplastics in water
Project conferences
National stakeholder workshops
Ensuring effective networking
Ensuring wider visibility across and beyond DRB
Characterization of
drinking water obtained from karst
water resources in DRB
Characterization of
drinking water obtained from intergranular
water resources in DRB
Characterization of drinking water obtained from
surface/bank filtration water resources in DRB
Transnational monitoring database
Characterization of microplastics occurrence in drinking water resources
Micro(knowledge) transfer webinar on general state of the art of MP in drinking water resources
Micro(knowledge) transfer webinars for sampling, laboratory instruments and analytical techniques
International joint sampling training session
Guidelines for future sampling training session + questionnaire for gathering stakeholder feedback
MicroDrink Board
Project e-book/monograph
Transnational synthesis report on discussion consultations
Microplastics hotspots identification report
Decision support tool for water managers and documentation
Instruction manual for tool application
Capacity-building training courses for stakeholders
Compilation report on microplastic governance strategies for water facilities operators
Compilation report on the legislation solutions for microplastics
Roadmap towards MP strategy in drinking water
Strategic guidelines for microplastics management in drinking water at the facility level
Transnational strategic guidelines for microplastics management in drinking water

Contribution to wider strategies and policies:

EUStrategyDanubeRegion The MicroDrink project directly contributes to the EUSDR PA04 (“WATER QUALITY”) Target 1 “contribute to preventing and reducing water pollution in the DRB related to emerging substances (MP) by promoting best management practices” and Target 2 “Contribute to protecting water resources and safeguarding drinking water supply”. MicroDrink will provide MP approach harmonised at EU and non-EU level and will test it in pilot actions of SO1. This will directly contribute the EUSDR PA04 as knowledge on MP in DRB will be gathered, expertise and skills in managing MP pollution within DRB waterworks will be built and strengthen through joint sampling training sessions, MicroKnowledge webinars, discussion consultations. EUSDR PA4 Action Plan proposes as “Action 1: promoting monitoring, prevention and reduction of water pollution deriving from hazardous and emerging substances (including MP)”. This is where MicroDrink steps in by closing the knowledge gaps on MP monitoring in drinking water resources, quantifying MP in raw and treated water, recommending measures and best practices for key stakeholders, building their capacity for monitoring MP pollution and contribute to resource protection efficiency, as well as raising public awareness towards reduction of MP loads from municipal sources via social media, project conferences and educative movie. All of these actions planned with MicroDrink are also proposed in Action 1 of EUSDR Action Plan and Action 4 “Drinking water: Promote measures aimed at reducing knowledge deficits related to protecting water resources and safeguarding drinking water supply”. MicroDrink directly involves EUSDR in project implementation through ASP OVF which is a Hungarian coordinator of EUSDR PA04. They will be invited to project meetings, conferences, joint sampling training session, and roundtable discussion on MP, but will also help disseminate MicroDrink results within EUSDR PA04 and build professional network on DRB level.
TerritorialAgenda2030 One of the territorial priorities for Europe is “Healthy environment” with preserved and sustainably used water bodies. According to the Territorial Agenda 2030 pollution of groundwater and surface water bodies causes serious health problems that can correlate with social inequality. There are disparities in access to clean air, water and soil between countries and regions. MicroDrink strives to overcome territorial disparities between involved non-EU and EU countries by strengthening their capacities through information flow and exchange of know-how, as well as facilitating implementation of best practices related to protection of drinking water resources under MP pressures. One of the aims of “Healthy Environment” is also strengthening awareness and empowering local and regional communities to protect, and rehabilitate their environment. MicroDrink plans multiple communication efforts for reaching key stakeholders and raising their awareness on common DRB problem of MP in drinking water resources which “starts from bad municipal waste disposal practices and ends up at water taps”.
EuropeanGreenDeal EU Green Deal priorities include among others protection of biodiversity and ecosystems and reduction of water pollution. In 2022 EU Green Deal held “Commission consults on reducing the release of microplastics into the environment”. 76% of EU citizens recognized hazardous nature of MP emissions, with 67% of citizens agreeing with the harmful effects of microplastics on humans via ingestion and 90% acknowledging how MP can contain and accumulate hazardous chemicals. Stakeholders agreed that action at all levels of authority must be undertaken, especially on international scale. MicroDrink takes into account these findings and will work towards strengthening governance of MP in drinking water resources of DRB region and beyond. In addition to harmonised MP approach for monitoring MP pollution, MicroDrink organizes capacity-building training courses, recommends legislative solutions and delivers Decision-making support tool for MP and comprehensive strategic recommendations for MP management in the drinking water thus contributing to EU Green Deal priorities.
Other EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) 2000/60/EC
WFD is aimed at setting out rules to halt deterioration in the status of EU water bodies and achieve good status for Europe’s rivers, lakes and groundwater. MicroDrink and WFD share the same focus on ensuring integrated approach to protection and management of water and reduction of pollution. In 2022 the Commission adopted a proposal amending WFD and revising the lists of pollutants in surface water and groundwater. MP is now included in Annex VIII on an indicative list of main pollutants. WFD states how MP should be included in the surface and groundwater watch lists and should be monitored as soon as the Commission has identified suitable monitoring methods. This is where MicroDrink steps in with gathering and harmonising knowledge on MP sampling and analysis.
Other EU Groundwater Directive (GWD) 2006/118/EC
The GWD provides the detailed procedures for meeting the WFD’s environmental objectives for groundwater quality. The GWD establishes quality criteria allowing further improvements to be made based on monitoring data and new scientific knowledge. MicroDrink will contribute to GWD with new monitoring data and scientific knowledge on MP occurrence in drinking water resources deriving from karst and intergranular groundwater bodies. This helps in assessing the chemical status of groundwater.
Other Drinking Water Directive (DWD) 2020/2184
Directive 2020/2184 on the quality of water intended for human consumption (EU DWD) included MP on the Watch list of substances that are not regulated but should be monitored as they present potential detrimental health risks to consumers. EU is committed to adopt a methodology for measuring MP for monitoring purposes by 2024 and submitting a report on the potential threat from MP to drinking water resources by 2029. This requires the elaboration and acceptance of harmonised sampling and analysis methods, which is where MicroDrink project steps in with its harmonised MP approach in form of best practices that will be tested in three different types of drinking water resources across 8 DRB countries. Use of national labs for analysis of samples will allow mapping of capacities and service quality in region while with targeted actions for exchange of know-how and experience and building their capacity with DMST and strategic guideline recommendations for MP management in drinking water resources, MicroDrink will prepare crucial actor for efficient implementation of Directive 2020/2184.
Other Danube River Basin Management Plan (DRBMP)
DRBMP addresses ubiquitous MP pollution in section 2.1.9.3. Here it is stated how information about the occurrence of microplastics in the Danube River Basin is scarce. MicroDrink will contribute to DRBMP by jointly collecting, valorising & extending existing knowledge on sampling, analysis, mitigation & prevention of MP in drinking water environment of DRB. In addition to harmonised MP approach, MicroDrink organizes capacity-building training courses, recommends legislative solutions and delivers Decision-making support tool for MP and comprehensive strategic guideline recommendations for MP management in the drinking water thus contributing to better management of transboundary drinking water resources of DRB. MicroDrink project results will provide knowledge about pollution of drinking water resources that can help in preparation of DRBMP Update 2027
Other EU Plastics Strategy
The EU Plastics Strategy recognizes “the raising problem of widespread MP occurrence in air, drinking water and food, with yet unknown impacts on human health”. The Strategy aims to protect environment against MP pollution and emphasizes how more research is needed to improve our understanding of MP sources and impacts. The Strategy clearly states how “microplastics also need to be monitored in drinking water, where their impact on human health is still unknown”. MicroDrink directly contributes to these challenges and needs recognized by EU Plastics Strategy, by gathering knowledge on MP monitoring and analysis in drinking water, harmonising and testing MP approach in raw and treated water within designated pilot actions in DRB.
Other Circular Economy Action Plan
The European Commission adopted the new circular economy action plan (CEAP) in 2020. It is one of the main building blocks of the EU Green Deal. The Commission objective in addressing the presence of MP in environment is closing the gaps on scientific knowledge related to the risk and occurrence of MP in the environment, drinking water and foods. MicroDrink directly contributes to this objective regarding filling in the scientific and practitioners’ knowledge gaps on monitoring the occurrence of MP in drinking water.
Other EU Action Plan Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil
According to EU Action Plan: 'Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil', Climate change, environmental pollution, biodiversity loss and an unsustainable use of natural resources pose multiple risks to human, animal and ecosystem health. One of the zero pollution targets for 2030 is “EU should reduce microplastics released into the environment by 30%”. MicroDrink proposed legislative solutions to tackle the occurrence of MP in drinkin water environment and will undertake targeted actions towards raising the awareness of key stakeholders on MP emission and occurrence in drinking water
Other UN Sustainable Development Goal 6 clean water and sanitation
MicroDrink contributes to UN Sustainable development goal 6 Clean water and sanitation targets 6.3 “By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally” – by testing harmonised MP approach and gaining insights into MP occurrence in drinking water resources of DRB, and building capacity of water protection and management practitioners towards waterworks more resilient to MP pollution. MicroDrink contributes to 6.5 “By 2030, implement integrated water resources management at all levels, including through transboundary cooperation as appropriate” – by initiating and maintaining strong cooperation across borders and strengthening governance for MP on transnational and national levels. Contribution to 6.A “By 2030, expand international cooperation and capacity-building support to developing countries in water- and sanitation-related activities and programmes, including water harvesting, desalination, water efficiency, wastewater treatment, recycling and reuse technologies” is through involvement of non-EU countries in MicroDrink and overcoming disparities between them and EU countries. MicroDrink contributes to UN goal 6.B “Support and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving water and sanitation management” by involving local stakeholders in pilot action activities, national workshops and increasing their awareness and knowledge via social media channels, promo materials and educational movie.

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RCO 084 - Pilot actions developed jointly and implemented in projects, Measurement unit:
RCO 116 - Jointly developed solutions, Measurement unit:
RCO 087 - Organisations cooperating across borders, Measurement unit:

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RCR 104 - Solutions taken up or up-scaled by organisations, Measurement unit:

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ISI - Organisations with increased institutional capacity due to their participation in cooperation activities across the borders, Measurement unit: No. of organisations

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Organisations with increased institutional capacity due to their participation in cooperation activities across the borders: 248.0

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Capacity building for management and governance of MICROplastics in DRINKing water resources of Danube Region

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