President Pedro Sánchez met with Veolia Group CEO Estelle Brachlianoff to review progress in water technology, infrastructure modernization, and climate challenges. The discussion focused on public-private collaboration for water, waste, and energy management, including the implementation of European Recovery Plan funds for urban water cycle digitization. Sánchez highlighted the Strategic Project for Economic Recovery and Transformation (PERTE) aiming to mobilize nearly €1 billion in public investments. The meeting also addressed climate emergency challenges, with Sánchez emphasizing decarbonization goals. Veolia Spain’s President Rafael Villaseca and Director of Economic Affairs Manuel de la Rocha attended. The government launched an Urban Water Cycle Roundtable and established a Water Management Observatory in 2025 to track water usage data and drive efficiency initiatives.
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