Peter Easton

Senior Advisor Water and Sustainability

The EU Green Deal: A Balancing Act

An ambitious and utopian vision that bears potential negative consequences that need to be transparently…

The Qanat System: Ancient Technology for Sustainable Water Use

Originally developed in ancient Persia, the qanat system of water channels was introduced to Arabia…

Why Groundwater Is Our Hidden Liquid Asset

Surface water gets all the glory. Here’s what you should know about groundwater and why…

Are Water Footprints Reliable for Food Purchase Choices?

The water footprint was first developed in 2002, offering a measure of the total water…

Revised Water Directive Means Safer EU Tap Water

When we fill our glass of water from the tap, we rarely stop to think…

The Thirst Debate: Tap vs Bottled Water

Bottled water is often regarded as unsustainable. But is tap water always the better option?…

Providing Drinking Water for Gaza

There are three principal causes of water scarcity. 1) physical scarcity: when there is insufficient…

Protecting the Mediterranean and Its Biodiversity

What is MedPAN? MedPAN is a network of managers of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in…

Cleaning Up Lake Bizerte

After decades of urban and industrial pollution, Lake Bizerte will have fresher waters again, with…

Promoting Water Cooperation in the Wana Region

Water is clearly recognised as a scarce resource in many parts of the WANA (West…

Understanding the UfM Water Agenda

At the end of April 2017, ministers in charge of water from the 43 UfM…

Istanbul: City of Water

Sustainability challenge for megacities Istanbul is a clear example of the sustainability challenges facing humanity…

Governance of Europe’s Waters

The European Water Framework Directive is a successful – although imperfect – model for international…

The Magic of Mushrooms

Fungi are part of the natural cycle of life, often associated with decay

The Rhone and the Power of Its Waters

Managing and protecting a great European river. The Rhone, like all great rivers, brings risks…

Malta Confronting Water Challenges

Malta represents the water supply challenge confronting many countries in the Mediterranean region. Although its…

Mare Nostrum

The history and culture of the Mediterranean region are intimately linked to water. To ensure…