The new agreement with the member states of the European Union aims for the entire territory to have access to quality tap water. This will lead to increased trust in tap water and decreased consumption of bottled water. Consequently, there will be a reduction in the amount of plastic waste and marine litter.

The Referente has acknowledged the work of 20 Spanish startups linked to the Water Sector that could significantly stand out in 2021. The Water Sector is trending; in Spain, there has been a surge in the number of startups related to this field in recent years. Innovation and research in the water sector encompass a large number of proposals.

The textile industry is one of the major contributors to environmental degradation and one of the most polluting industries on the planet. The business model is geared towards a fast-fashion market, responsible for many products ending up being discarded.