The government secured parliamentary approval for the Ministry of Environment and Energy's water reform bill with 157 votes in favor and 131 against. While the government argues the legislation modernizes water governance and strengthens resilience against water scarcity, PASOK and opposition parties accuse it of paving the way for the commercialization of water services.
With a €2.5 billion investment, the government and EYDAP (Athens Water Supply and Sewerage Company) are launching an ambitious master plan for water security. From the diversion of rivers in Central Greece to desalination and smart infrastructure, Athens is preparing for three decades without thirst.
Athens remains water-secure — for now. Strategic projects, conservation, and new technologies take the front line against climate-driven drought.
Minister Kikilias: “With speed, partnerships, and targeted actions, we are ensuring water adequacy and quality across our islands.”
In the heart of Athens’ historic Museum neighbourhood, archaeologists have uncovered more than 100 ancient wells
To overcome these institutional limitations, the government is considering the creation of 45 new corporate entities — one for each of Greece’s river basins or designated regions.
As water seeps through cracked irrigation canals and outdated pipes lose more than half of their supply, local officials warn of a growing threat to both public health and agriculture.
Attica is not facing a water scarcity problem, the Prime Minister said, adding that the project for the transfer of water from the artificial lake of Kremasta will go ahead
Salinization of the water supply in the northern Greece coastal region of Halkidiki has been a problem for years, and it is getting worse
Salinization of the water supply in the northern Greece coastal region of Halkidiki has been a problem for years, and it is getting worse
Greeks are paying more for basic goods such as water as inflationary pressures send the cost of living skyward.
The quality of bathing water at 95.8% of bathing sites in Greece is of excellent quality, based on the latest figures released by the European Environmental Agency
