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Why is this work needed?

IMPEL was asked by the European Commission to expand and apply its regulatory capability into the water environment arena (and specifically on the implementation of the Water Framework Directive) having previously focused on industrial emissions and associated processes under IPPC and IED Directives. Good management of the water environment requires member states to be aware of emerging issues, be prepared to meet the challenges that they present, and improve current practices where needed. These objectives are facilitated by IMPEL members working in collaboration. SWETE – Safeguarding the Water Environment Throughout Europe seeks to build a common understanding of our regulatory approaches, build networks of experts and develop shared resources to enhance technical resilience.