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Achieving true sustainability in water management is difficult due to political will and complex challenges. New approaches like circular economy and nature-based solutions offer opportunities for more sustainable water services.

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  • Environmental Science
  • Water Resource Management
  • Urban Planning

Background:

  • Traditional water management struggles to achieve sustainability goals.
  • Lack of political will hinders the implementation of truly sustainable water services.
  • Compromised concepts like resilience and adaptation are currently defining approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the challenges in achieving water management sustainability.
  • To examine new ideas and approaches for sustainable water services.
  • To highlight the potential of water as an opportunity for anthropogenic needs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and conceptual analysis of water management strategies.
  • Examination of emerging ideas such as circular economy and nature-based systems.
  • Case study analysis of flood management schemes with wider benefits.

Main Results:

  • Sustainability in water management is hindered by political will and complex pressures.
  • New concepts like circular economy, integrated approaches, and nature-based systems are crucial.
  • Flood management can yield broader benefits and contribute to long-term sustainability.

Conclusions:

  • Rethinking water management is essential, viewing water as an opportunity.
  • Integrating circular economy principles and nature-based solutions can enhance sustainability.
  • Innovative approaches are needed to address challenges and achieve resilient urban water systems.