“CONFERENCE ‘Key Aspects of Water Management’”
Conference “Key Aspects of Water Management” – Zalishchyky, March 6, 2025
On March 6, 2025, in Zalishchyky, the conference “Key Aspects of Water Management” was held. The event was organized within the framework of the project “PACT – Partnership for a Clean Future. A Cross-Border Project to Improve Sustainable Wastewater Management in Jarosław and Zalishchyky”, implemented with the support of European Union funds under the Interreg NEXT Poland–Ukraine 2021–2027 Programme.
Conference Topics:
- Modern wastewater treatment facilities – a guarantee of a clean future.
- Principles of water management in Zalishchyky.
- Legal aspects of water management. Strategy for water resource management.
- Basin-based water resource management.
- The impact of wastewater treatment facilities on the condition of surface and groundwater bodies.
Project Goal:
The project aims to build effective cross-border cooperation between the cities of Jarosław (Poland) and Zalishchyky (Ukraine) and to develop joint solutions in the field of sustainable water supply and wastewater management.
Main Project Activities:
- Construction of approximately 8,400 meters of sewerage network in Jarosław, enabling residents of the northern part of the city (Dolnoleżajska, Brodowicze, and Stawki streets) to connect to the system.
- Reconstruction of wastewater treatment facilities in Zalishchyky, serving approximately 9,000 people.
- Development of a cross-border “Strategy for Sustainable Water and Wastewater Management Jarosław–Zalishchyky.”
- Conducting surveys and preparing diagnostic reports on the state of water supply and wastewater systems in both cities.
- Organizing meetings with residents on both sides of the border, as well as conferences and training sessions (in Jarosław and Zalishchyky).
- Promoting the project at every stage of its implementation.
This event provided an opportunity to share achievements and visions for the future development of the sector. The conference became an important element in building long-term cross-border cooperation.
The training series has started!
Within the framework of the project PACT – Partnership for a Clean Future. A Cross-Border Project to Improve Sustainable Wastewater Management in Jarosław and Zalishchyky – Interreg NEXT Poland–Ukraine 2021–2027 Programme, a series of training sessions for partners on both sides of the border has begun.
On September 26 in Jarosław, the first training session took place: “Modern Technologies in Wastewater Treatment, Management, and Monitoring of Treatment Facilities.”
Participants from the Ukrainian side included representatives of the Zalishchyky City Council and the Municipal Enterprise “Zalishchyky Vodokanal.”
Project partners had the opportunity to learn about innovations and opportunities in the use of biogas, innovative technologies, and quality standards. Such meetings also provide a chance to enhance knowledge about the prospects for the development of water infrastructure.
We sincerely thank our Polish partners for the organization and invitation.
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First Training Session
First Training within the Project!
On November 28, 2025, in Zalishchyky, the first training session was held within the framework of the project “PACT – Partnership for a Clean Future. A Cross-Border Project to Improve Sustainable Wastewater Management in Jarosław and Zalishchyky.”
Training topic: “Raising Environmental Awareness and Shaping Societal Environmental Attitudes.”
Participants discussed the role of professional groups in implementing environmental, energy, and climate policies, exchanged experiences and best practices, and explored ways to foster sustainable pro-environmental behavior in practice.
The purpose of the meeting was not only to share knowledge and experience but also to strengthen cross-border cooperation and develop joint solutions for sustainable water and wastewater management.
Second Training Session
Second Training within the Project!
On December 19, 2025, in Zalishchyky, the second training session was held within the framework of the project “PACT – Partnership for a Clean Future. A Cross-Border Project to Improve Sustainable Wastewater Management in Jarosław and Zalishchyky.”
Training topic: “Education in the Field of Energy Transformation and Climate.”
Participants discussed the causes and consequences of climate change, its impact on the environment, and the instruments of European climate and energy policy.
The purpose of the meeting was not only to exchange knowledge and experience but also to strengthen cross-border cooperation and develop joint solutions for sustainable water and wastewater management.
