The ZeroPollution4Water (ZP4W) Cluster is a European initiative that brings together 19 projects committed to preventing and eliminating pollution in water systems. Its core ambition is to support the European Green Deal and Zero Pollution Action Plan by developing, demonstrating, and scaling innovative solutions that protect groundwater and drinking water and safeguard human health. The cluster fosters collaboration across disciplines and sectors, enabling projects to align their efforts, share knowledge, and accelerate the transition toward clean, sustainable, and resilient water management across Europe.
UPWATER: a ZeroPollution4Water Cluster project
UPWATER is proud to be one of the 7 founding projects of the ZP4W Cluster. As a founding member, UPWATER plays an active role in shaping the cluster’s direction, fostering collaboration, and contributing to the strategic alignment of activities across participating projects.
The ZP4W Cluster connects research, technology, and policy efforts across multiple projects to accelerate the transition toward cleaner, safer, and more sustainable water resources. By working together, cluster members amplify their impact, share knowledge, and create synergies that go beyond individual project outcomes.
As a member of this cluster, UPWATER contributes its expertise in water innovation and sustainable solutions, helping to address pressing challenges such as water quality, pollution prevention, and resource efficiency.
Our collaboration within the ZP4W Cluster
Through its participation in the ZP4W Cluster, UPWATER actively engages in joint activities including:
- Knowledge exchange and best practice sharing
- Collaborative research and innovation efforts
- Joint dissemination and communication actions
- Stakeholder engagement across sectors
This collaboration ensures that the results of UPWATER are aligned with broader European strategies and benefit from cross-project insights and experiences.
Showcasing UPWATER results and innovations
As part of the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster, UPWATER’s results and innovations will be featured on the cluster platform, even after the UPWATER project ends.
Visitors to the ZP4W website will (soon) be able to explore:
- UPWATER technological innovations
- A Case Study inventory
- Joint policy briefs
- UPWATER Scientific publications
By presenting our work within the cluster framework, we ensure greater visibility, accessibility, and long-term impact of UPWATER’s achievements. Together, we are working toward a future where water systems are resilient, sustainable, and free from pollution.
Learn more
To discover more about the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster and its activities, visit: www.zeropollution4water.eu.