ERFTVERBAND KdöR

The Erftverband is a public corporation that focuses on the sustainable management of water resources in the Erft area. Founded in 1859, the association has evolved over time into an important player in the region to meet the challenges of lignite mining and environmental changes.

• Water Management: The Erftverband monitors and controls water resources in the Erft area, including groundwater and surface water management.
• Wastewater Treatment: The association operates numerous wastewater treatment plants to mechanically and biologically treat wastewater, thereby protecting the environment.
• Flood Protection: Protection against flooding is ensured through the construction of retention basins and other measures.

The main mission of the Erftverband is to sustainably manage water resources while promoting environmental protection. Values such as Sustainability, Environmental Awareness and Cooperation with members from municipalities, industry and agriculture are paramount.

• Renaturation: The Erftverband is committed to the renaturation of water bodies to improve the ecological condition and promote biodiversity.
• European Water Framework Directive: The goal is to achieve good ecological and chemical status of all water bodies by 2027.
• Monitoring of Open-Cast Mines: The association monitors the impact of lignite mining on groundwater and the environment.

Through these measures, the Erftverband makes a significant contribution to securing water resources and protecting the environment in the region.

• 1 - https://www.erftverband.eu
• 2 - https://www.erftverband.de/blog/page/5/?et_blog
• 3 - https://berufswelten-energie-wasser.de/arbeitgeberprofile/erftverband/
• 4 - https://www.erftverband.de/ueber-uns/
• 5 - https://www.erftverband.de