According to the official, this approach has the advantage of being easily scalable nationwide, particularly due to its low investment cost and significant environmental and economic benefits. He emphasized that the treated water poses no risk to groundwater and can also be used in agriculture, ensuring safe production.
The Mar2Protect project, now in its fourth and final year, is part of international initiatives aimed at improving groundwater management in the face of the effects of climate change. It is funded by the European Union through the Horizon Europe program and brings together 11 partners from seven countries, including Tunisia, South Africa, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Lithuania.
Beyond technical experimentation, the project focuses on scientific cooperation and the sharing of expertise, particularly through visits to pilot stations dedicated to the controlled recharge of groundwater.
It also incorporates an innovative digital dimension, with the development of a decision support system based on artificial intelligence. This tool makes it possible to analyze pollution risks in real time and optimize charging strategies, taking into account the specific environmental and climatic characteristics of each region.
These advances confirm the potential of nature-based solutions and smart technologies to ensure the sustainability of water resources, in a context marked by increasing pressure on water reserves.
source : la presse
