Acquedotto Pugliese
The desalinator on the Tara represents a strategic infrastructure to address the challenges related to the water resilience of the Puglia region, in a global context increasingly characterized by the effects of climate change. This work responds to the need to diversify water supply sources, making Apulia less dependent on external resources and better prepared to deal with water crises that could result from extreme events such as periods of prolonged drought or structural deficiencies.
The installation of the desalinator has been planned as an integral part of the Area Plan and is a key piece in ensuring a sustainable future for regional water resource management. Its main function will be to transform seawater into fresh water that can be used for drinking, agricultural or industrial purposes, thus helping to meet the water needs of a region characterized by increasing pressure on water demand.
The work is not only a technical response to water needs, but also a key element in the region's ecological transition. Through the adoption of advanced and sustainable technologies, the desalinator will be designed to minimize its environmental impact by promoting energy efficiency and the use of renewable sources for its operation.
At a time when climate change is altering the dynamics of global water resource availability, the desalination plant on the Tara emerges as an innovative and forward-looking solution. Its implementation represents a step forward in building a more self-sufficient, resilient regional water system that can meet future challenges.
In addition to its practical function, the infrastructure also plays a symbolic role, demonstrating Puglia's commitment to pursuing goals of sustainability and responsible management of natural resources. Indeed, this project stands as a replicable model for other regions facing similar problems, consolidating Puglia's role as a vanguard in combating climate change and promoting innovative solutions for resource management.
Thanks to this initiative, Puglia will not only ensure greater water security for future generations, but also contribute to a sustainable development model capable of combining environmental protection and economic growth.
Discover the other initiatives
Transforms stone waste into an eco-friendly, 3D-printable mortar for furniture and construction components, reducing waste, disposal costs, and CO2 emissions
Designs cryogels for the efficient removal of toxic contaminants from water and the recovery of valuable elements
2pack aims to create a water-repellent paper-based material that is easy to recycle, using fish waste and other non-food organic residues.
-277x184.jpg)
Myconic aims to reduce the use of thermoplastics and other unsustainable materials by developing and producing regenerative alternatives from agri-food waste and mycelium, the root system of fungi.
AraBat is a startup that develops innovative solutions for the sustainable recycling of spent lithium batteries, combining circular economy principles with bioeconomy.
Natural biostimulants from algae to reduce environmental impact and promote more sustainable agriculture
The Hydrogen Valley project in Taranto aims to make Taranto a strategic hub for the production, storage and use of green hydrogen.
The Tamburi The District Urban Forest Project is an environmental and landscape redevelopment initiative for the area, creating a green lung capable of absorbing pollutants.
-277x184.jpg)
A project to transform Taranto into an international center of excellence for research and innovation in sustainable health.
The “Italian Biennale of the Mediterranean,” is an international cultural event to be held in Taranto dedicated to architecture and contemporary art.
Tilebytes is an innovative company based in Taranto, specializing in ICT solutions and advanced technology services.
Acquedotto Pugliese (AQP) has introduced solar greenhouses, an innovative sludge treatment system that optimizes the evaporation of residual water.
The Gennarini purification plant in Taranto has recently undergone significant investment by Acquedotto Pugliese (AQP) to improve its efficiency and environmental impact.
Ecologistic S.p.A. is an Italian company that specializes in providing packaging solutions for the fruit and vegetable sector and in enhancing the recycling of plastics from waste.
The “Green Belt Taranto” represents an innovative model of urban planning, aiming to integrate green as an essential infrastructure and promote a sustainable future for the city and its inhabitants.
-277x184.jpg)
The project focuses on innovative water purification technologies, taking advantage of SBBGR and MULESL systems.
-277x184.jpg)
Environmental upgrading and mitigation of the effects of pollution on various matrices through the application of phytotechnology.
-277x184.jpg)
Agricobots is a company working in the field of robotic systems to optimize agricultural operations and make farming more precise and efficient.
-277x184.jpg)
LORELUX is a brand of NITEKO, an Apulian company specializing in environmentally sustainable lighting solutions. It stands out for producing lamps made of recyclable polymer, designed for urban spaces.
-277x184.png)
Niteko Srl is a design and manufacturing company offering street, industrial, architectural and large area lighting devices with Italian technology.
-277x184.jpg)
Pyrogas Engineering is an innovative startup that has developed a pyrolysis plant that can convert waste into fuel gas.
-277x184.jpg)
Irigom is a company that processes discarded tires and rubber seals by obtaining new products and alternative fuels to traditional ones. Waste is transformed from a problem to a resource.
The Varvaglione wine company has been working in the wine industry since 1921, for four generations, and is one of the emerging realities in the Apulian wine scene.
Itelyum Castiglia is a national leader and international player in industrial waste management and valorization: among the global pioneers of the circular economy, it makes sustainability its strategic axis.
Taranto's BRT project aims to revolutionize urban mobility with a fast and sustainable transportation system, improving connections between major points in the city.
The entire port area of Taranto will be monitored through a network of measurement stations/points, with a defined set of parameters that will be detected systematically over time.
Site and infrastructure development and sustainability of interventions.
Technologies and Processes for Pollutant Abatement and Remediation of Contaminated Sites.
Development of an Italian database of Life Cycle Inventory of Agrifood Products.
Modeling and evaluation of circular scenarios in local contexts. Applications in the sheep supply chain.
