The European Commission’s DG Environment is looking for cities willing to contribute to the strategy development of the upcoming Urban Water Agenda 2030 (UWA2030). Through the UWA2030 initiative, cities will gain visibility for their commitment to sustainable urban water management and readiness to apply innovative solutions in the field of water resources, systems and services.

Recognising the strengths of local action for sustainable urban water management, the European Commission seeks to engage cities in accelerating the implementation of EU water policies and legislation, in particular the EU Water Framework Directive and the Floods Directive. This work will contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6 on Access to Water and Sanitation, and 11 on Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Following a tender procedure, ICLEI and EUROCITIES were selected by the European Commission in February 2017 to prepare a strategy and work plan for the UWA2030. The European Commission is setting up a core group of cities that will be regularly consulted on these matters between April and October 2017.

By participating in the UWA2030 core group, cities gain a unique opportunity to have a say on the strategic direction of the UWA2030. The Terms of Reference outlines the expected role and contribution of core group members as well as the process for joining the group. Cites interested in becoming a member of the UWA2030 core group should express their interest by contacting barbara.anton@iclei.org by 7 April 2017.

For more information, download the terms of reference.