The project
The town of Husiatyn is located in western Ukraine in the Ternopil oblast and has a population of around 7,000. As a result of the escalation of the Russian war of aggression, many internally displaced persons from the war zone settled in Husiatyn. Their total number amounts to around 15 % of the town’s population. This leads to a considerable strain on the existing drinking water supply system. In addition, the systematic destruction of power grids and infrastructure by Russian shelling means that a constant water supply for the civilian population cannot always be guaranteed.
In response to the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, the municipal waterworks company in Baruth, in cooperation with the town of Baruth/Mark, has decided to support the Ukrainian operator of the town of Husiatyn as part of a solidarity-based operator partnership.
Objectives
The quantitative increase in water storage reserves ensures an improved supply of drinking water for the population.
The PAUL water filter was developed by the University of Kassel as an easy-to-use and easy-to-transport mobile water backpack. As part of the programme, four water filters are being purchased to improve the quality and flexibility of the basic drinking water supply for the population.
The introduction of the use of alternative forms of energy as a safe and self-sufficient source of electricity and the reduction of electricity consumption through pumps without loss of power will contribute to the energy independence of Husiatyn’s water supply.
The specific requirements for materials were communicated and agreed with WABAU both in writing and in video conferences. As far as possible, the materials are to be procured in Ukraine.
In connection with the programme and the on-site training, a critical inventory of the entire water/wastewater infrastructure will be carried out. This inventory will form the basis for a medium to long-term action plan in the coming years.
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Last Update: January 2024
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