Pro2Tech Research Cluster Circular Water Systems

Invitation to Join the Circular Water Systems Cluster at TU Delft

We are excited to invite professors, researchers, and PhD candidates to join Circular Water Systems, a new research cluster dedicated to advancing sustainable water management solutions in line with the European Green Deal (EGD) and the transition towards a circular economy. As the water sector faces the urgent need to ensure resource efficiency, food and water security, and meet environmental targets, our cluster aims to explore innovative circular approaches and solutions that address these transformative challenges.

Why Circular Water Systems?

The cluster will build on insights gained from past and ongoing EU-funded projects that have demonstrated the benefits of applying circular economy and bioeconomy principles to water systems. These projects provide a rich array of case studies on circular water management approaches and business models, showing how materials, water, energy, products, and components can be managed to retain their highest possible value. Despite the progress, the uptake of innovative solutions, such as the use of recovered products (e.g., water, nutrients, other resources), remains hindered by technological, regulatory, and social barriers. Addressing these obstacles—by fostering a shared understanding of the benefits of systemic solutions, raising public awareness, and engaging stakeholders—is vital to achieving impactful and scalable change.

Our Mission and Activities

The Circular Water Systems cluster, part of the Pro2Tech institute, will bring together experts from four faculties across TU Delft to drive forward research, education, and collaboration that support circular water systems. Cluster members will have the opportunity to:

• Develop new research projects and funding proposals.
• Contribute to education initiatives at both the Bachelor and Master’s levels, fostering the next generation of circular water systems experts.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration for impactful Master’s and PhD research across faculties.
• Define additional topics and initiatives based on members’ interests through a collaborative, bottom-up approach.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Circular Water Systems

We invite you to bring your expertise, ideas, and vision to the Circular Water Systems cluster and work alongside like-minded researchers in transforming water management. Together, we can break down barriers, engage key stakeholders, and drive policy developments that make circular water solutions a practical and effective reality.

To join or learn more, please reach out to us at d.xevgenos@tudelft.nl. Let’s work together to ensure that water systems of the future are sustainable, resilient, and regenerative.