Leeuwarden, European water technology hotspot

The Netherlands has out of necessity gained considerable knowledge and experience in the field of water purification technologies. Water technology has become a "key area" in which the Netherlands excels and has achieved a competitive position internationally.

Technological Top Institute Wetsus, that has been established in the city of Leeuwarden, coordinates a large research program to develop water technologies for sustainable water (re)use. Wetsus main characteristic is cooperation. Commercial parties involved in Wetsus define and guide the research program to ensure commercial relevance of the developments. The actual research is performed by Wetsus, under scientific responsibility of Dutch universities that participate in Wetsus.

Wetsus Academy is a new collaborative initiative of Wetsus offering educational programs to transfer knowledge around the theme of water technologies and to stimulate entrepreneurship in water business.