The finale of the WaterMan project workshop with young people from Braniewo - the last meeting within the framework of SphereLab is behind us. This time the Elblag Technology Park was visited by another class from the Senate of the Republic of Poland Primary School No. 3 in Braniewo, full of curiosity and commitment.
During the workshop, the youngsters:
tested simple experiments,
learned about innovative technologies,
learned how to save water and reduce their water footprint.
As usual, it was a meeting not only with knowledge, but also with real action.
Each group that took part in the series of workshops made its contribution to environmental awareness and concern for common resources.
We thank all students and teachers for their participation, openness and energy.
This is the end of the workshop, but only the beginning of real change.
SP 3 from Braniewo on SferaLab
WaterMan project - today again water was in the spotlight.
The Elblag Technology Park brought the topic of ecological awareness to the next audience - students of the No. 3 Senate Primary School in Braniewo. As part of the SferaLab workshop, participants learned how to save water resources, reuse them and how huge our daily water footprint is.
In addition:
conducted experiments,
learned about eco-technologies,
talked about water and the changes everyone can make.
Experiments, discussions and practical exercises made the topic of ecology close and understandable to them.
And tomorrow another group will assimilate the above knowledge.
Primary School No. 5 in Braniewo at SferaLab
The WaterMan Project and Another Group of Braniewo Youth Exploring the World of Responsible Water Management!
Today, students from Primary School No. 5 named after the Land of Braniewo visited the Elbląg Technology Park. This was the third meeting in the Sfera Lab educational series. Just like their peers from previous schools, today’s participants took part in workshops focused on water conservation, reuse, and the concept of water footprint.
During the workshops, students:
conducted experiments and tested eco-friendly solutions in practice,
learned about innovative technologies that help protect water resources,
discussed everyday habits that each of us can change to take better care of water.
And tomorrow, another school will be expanding its ecological knowledge!
Climate Consultations in Braniewo
Today, a consultation meeting was held at the Braniewo Cultural Centre as part of the WaterMan project, focusing on the city of Braniewo’s adaptation to the impacts of climate change.
The programme included presentations on:
non-formal education and activities aimed at raising environmental awareness;
the objectives of the WaterMan project;
modelling of urban stormwater drainage systems in the context of climate change and adaptation measures;
multifunctional rain gardens;
pool water recovery;
examples of solutions from other cities in the Baltic Sea region;
the Municipal Climate Change Adaptation Plan.
The meeting brought together representatives from local administration, scientific institutions, and residents interested in local climate policy.
The WaterMan project is implemented under the Interreg Baltic Sea Region programme.
Sphere Lab as part of Waterman project with SP6 in Braniewo
How to take care of water? Another group of young people from Braniewo already knows it!
The Elblag Technology Park hosted another Sfera Lab educational workshop organized under the WaterMan project. This time our guests were students from Sport Primary School No.6 of Braniewo, accompanied by Tomasz Sielicki Mayor of Braniewo.
During the classes, the youngsters passionately discovered the great importance of saving and reusing water. Participants explored the topic of water footprint, i.e. the hidden consumption of water in the production of food and everyday objects.
The young researchers conducted experiments and participated in practical tasks, learned about innovative technological solutions to conserve water resources, and shared ideas for everyday activities that make a real difference in reducing water consumption.
The commitment and curiosity of the participants show that the young generation wants and is able to act for sustainable development.
This was the second in a series of six meetings - more workshops with students of Braniewo schools are ahead.
WaterMan project partnership meeting and conference - Latvia 1-3.04.2025
On the 1- 3rd of April 2025, a meeting of the WaterMan project partners dedicated to the topic of water recycling took place in Liepaja. This is where partners from Poland, Sweden, Germany, Lithuania, Denmark and Latvia met to discuss how to recycle water, manage it rationally and build the resilience of our regions to climate change. There was also no shortage of enthusiasm, inspiration and joint action.
The first day of the event was marked by the presentation of the finalized action on pilot feasibility studies. The progress of the pilots was discussed:
Feasibility study on reuse of WWTP water for hydrogen electrolysis power plant on Bornholm
Feasibility study on reuse of water from large-scale WWTPs / fit-for-purpose purification for industrial & commercial use in Berlin
Feasibility study on dual pipe system for reuse of treated water in public building in Kalmar
Each of the partners involved in the implementation of the pilots presented the status and results achieved up to the meeting. There was a discussion and comments from experts on the implemented pilots. The last part of the day was devoted to the created tools "PR Toolkit" and "Water Recycling Toolbox & Helpdesk". Discussions were held regarding the last project events such as the EUSBSR Annual Forum in Gdansk on October 29-30, 2025, the Roundtable Discussion in Brussels on November 6, 2025, the study visit and conference in Braniewo on September 24-26, 2025 and the final conference in Kalmar on November 25-27, 2025.
WaterMan Day 2 in Saldus – conference
The second day of the WaterMan project event was dedicated to a conference for local recipients in Saldus.
The participants were warmly welcomed by the Saldus city authorities and then the project assumptions were presented. In recent years, the demand for water has been constantly growing, which is why we have to consider different methods of recycled water.
In the European Union, there are regions struggling with water shortages, but also those where is an excess. Within the WaterMan project, we want to promote “water recycling” which will be implemented through 11 pilots and 7 strategies.
During the meeting, the following people gave their presentations:
Ilona Vilne – Challenges of water management and potential of water recycling in Latvia
Jurjis Kondratenko – Strategy of water management and recycling for the Kurzeme region (Development of a strategy of water management and water recycling for the Kurzeme region: state of play and upcoming steps)
Veerle Depuydt – Stormwater management
Phillipe Seger – smart streets concept and "B-rain connect" - as a solution for collective management and recycling of stormwater.
The project representatives also presented project pilots implemented in Braniewo, Kalmar and Saldus
Third day of WaterMan in Liepaja – Strategic planning for the future of water
On the 3rd of April 2025, participants of the international WaterMan project met in Liepaja (Latvia), to jointly summarize the activities and make plans for the next stages of the project implementation. The third day of the event was devoted entirely to reviewing the strategies developed by partners from different regions of Europe and to discusse on key challenges related to water management.
Focus on strategy and cooperation
The main goal of the day was to analyze the developed local and regional model strategies for water recycling. Partners from Lithuania, Latvia, Denmark, Sweden, Poland and Germany presented their approaches, experiences and plans for the future. The meeting was in the form of a workshop – each partner had the opportunity to present their activities, receive feedback and consult further steps with experts.
Local approaches, common vision
During the presentations, various approaches to the topic of water were revealed – from the analysis of the effects of drought on agriculture (Lithuania), through raising public awareness (Sweden), to technical issues related to wastewater quality and its reuse (Denmark). The common denominator for all regions was the concern for the future of water resources, the need for educational activities and the necessity of cooperation between local governments, institutions and residents.
Discussions and plans
Participants focused on a constructive exchange of experiences and refining strategies, so that they were able to adapt them to local conditions.
