Spain’s approach to water is both traditional and modern. This became clear during a study tour for Uzbek journalists, NGO representatives, and ministry press officers organised by CAREC with EU support.
The water supply system on the Iberian Peninsula dates back to ancient Rome. Two Roman dams are still operating today, and the country now has around 1,300 dams that perform regulatory functions.
Spain’s first water users’ community appeared more than a thousand years ago. Today, the irrigators’ union FENACORE plays an important role on more than 80% of agricultural land.
By modernising irrigation systems, Spain has reduced water use for irrigation by almost 60%. At the same time, the country invests in energy-efficient technologies and science-based water solutions.
The Spanish experience shows that a water culture is built through infrastructure, scientific support, and a respectful attitude to water as a national asset.
Source: ekomaktab.uz.