Wastewater Treatment Improvements

• The treatment plant was rehabilitated, increasing the capacity of the biological stage and adding a tertiary stage.

  Water Supply Rehabilitation

• Investments in the rehabilitation of the water supply system.
• Approximately 22 km of water supply infrastructure were rehabilitated, and around 24.5 km of water distribution network/artery were expanded and rehabilitated.

  Resilience Program

• Developing its own water sources, including underground aquifers, rivers, and lakes, to enhance water resilience.
• Strategic reserves were created by building storage networks such as dams and reservoirs.
• Springs, wells, and 50 urban fountains were rehabilitated, providing additional water sources for the community.

  Wastewater Management

• Centralised sewage system connected to 97.99% of its population.
• The wastewater collecting system comprises 735 km of sewage pipes and operates 26 wastewater pumping stations and other necessary infrastructure.
• The centralised system helps protect the environment and public health by collecting and treating domestic and industrial wastewater.

  Stormwater Management

• Implemented natural water retention measures and sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS) to manage stormwater.
• SUDS, such as green roofs, rain gardens, and permeable pavements, mimic the natural water cycle and reduce stormwater runoff.

  River Restoration

• Undertook river rehabilitation projects, including the restoration of Graft, which improved water quality after connecting houses to the sewer system.
• A lock and alarm system were implemented in the Ghimbășel River to manage water flow and address potential flooding situations promptly.

  Continuous development of water supply and sewage networks.

  Optimization of pressure zones for water distribution.

  Expansion of the water supply area from the city's main source, the Târlung Lake, with a focus on distributing water by gravity to consumers to save electricity.

  Medium-Term Objectives (By 2030) - Drinking water

• Reduce water losses in the distribution network by 25%.
• Increase the share of reused water by 15%.

  Medium-Term Objectives (By 2030) - Wastewater treatment and management

• Increase the connection rate to the centralised wastewater collection system to 99%.
• Upgrade the Urban Wastewater Treatment Plants (UWWTPs) to comply with revised requirements.

  Medium-Term Objectives (By 2030) - Deployment of measures for:

• Drying and incineration of dehydrated sludge.
• Disinfection of purified water before discharge into the emissary.
• Installation of photovoltaic panels to obtain the necessary energy in the wastewater treatment process.
• Installing turbines when discharging water into the receiver to obtain energy.

  Medium-Term Objectives (By 2030) - Surface water and groundwater bodies

• Identify bathing sites and implement measures to improve bathing water quality.
• Implement river restoration projects to improve ecological status.
• Use innovative approaches, such as green infrastructure and advanced filtration techniques.
• Comply with EU water quality regulations and monitor impacts.
• Engage stakeholders and ensure participatory approaches in water management.
• Allocate sufficient budget and resources to support water-related initiatives.

  Long-Term Objectives (By 2050) - Drinking water

• Achieve a zero-waste water system, treating and reusing all wastewater for non-potable purposes.

  Long-Term Objectives (By 2050) - Drinking water

• Achieve a 100% connection rate to the centralised wastewater collection system.
• Improve the efficiency of Urban Wastewater Treatment Plants (UWWTPs) for enhanced wastewater treatment.

  Long-Term Objectives (By 2050) - Drinking water

• Implement measures for drying and incineration of dehydrated sludge.
• Disinfect purified water before discharge into the emissary.
• Install photovoltaic panels to obtain necessary energy in the wastewater treatment process.
• Install turbines when discharging water into the receiver to generate energy.
• Achieve a "maximum" ecological status for all surface water bodies.
• Ensure sustainable management of groundwater resources.
• Improve the quality of new bathing sites to "excellent" standards.
• Use innovative approaches and technologies to address climate change impacts and long-term trends.
• Comply with the Commission's targets on water quality and continue to monitor and evaluate the impacts of water management measures.