EIT Water Iberian Peninsula

Overview‍

EIT Water Iberian Peninsula accelerates innovation in water reuse, green-blue infrastructure and irrigation across Portugal and Spain. Based in Málaga, our regional hub strengthens Mediterranean water system resilience, fosters EU–Africa cooperation and supports market uptake of sustainable water technologies.

In 2026, the EIT Water Iberian Peninsula host is Innova IRV, a Spanish innovation agency that enhances business competitiveness, attracts strategic investment and supports technology-based companies dedicated to sustainable water management and the circular economy.

Our geographic scope‍

Portugal, Spain

Our regional priorities

• Water reuse

• Green-blue infrastructure

• Irrigation innovation

• Strengthening EU–Africa links

• Building financial sustainability through public-private partnerships

Our regional strengths and assets

• A fast-growing Mediterranean innovation ecosystem

• Regional leadership in smart water management

• Strong industry and municipal partners committed to reuse and circularity

• A vibrant entrepreneurial landscape with global market connections

• Strategic position linking Europe, Africa and Latin America

Our members

• Spain: BioAzul, EMACSA, FCC Aqualia, Fundación Innova IRV, IRTA, Magtel Operaciones S.L.U., Navantia, Polytechnic University of Madrid, Port of Vigo, Universidad de Córdoba, University of Vigo

• Portugal: University of Coimbra, University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro

Contact: clciberianpeninsula@eitwater.eu  

EU funding: This activity is funded by the European Union.

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