This new initiative, dubbed "EIT Water", aims to drive innovation and address key challenges in the water, marine, and maritime domains across Europe.
The EIT Water initiative was first proposed in 2023 and has now received the green light from the European Commission to move forward. This new community will bring together leading universities, research centers, businesses, and other stakeholders to collaborate on developing innovative solutions to water-related issues.
The launch of EIT Water is a significant development, as it marks the expansion of the EIT's network of Knowledge and Innovation Communities. The EIT was established in 2008 to foster innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe, and it currently oversees eight existing communities focused on areas such as climate, food, health, and manufacturing.
The decision to create a dedicated community for water, marine, and maritime sectors reflects the growing importance of these areas in the European policy agenda.
