“We have delivered on our promise to provide the best tap water this country has ever had. Now, we want to see Maltese families fully embrace this resource by installing activated carbon filters that further improve taste. Government will be helping people to acquire these filters.”
This was stated by Minister for the Environment and Energy Dr Miriam Dalli during the launch of a landmark national initiative to promote tap water consumption, backed by significant improvements in water quality and taste across the Maltese islands.
The initiative, launched under the theme “Iftaħ u Ixrob,” represents a pivotal moment in Malta’s water management history, introducing unprecedented improvements in water quality and distribution.
Following upgrades by the Water Services Corporation (WSC), Malta’s tap water continues to exceed the strictest European standards for safety and taste. Major enhancements to the national water supply include:
WSC CEO Karl Cilia highlighted the Corporation’s technical breakthroughs: “Through years of dedicated work and EU co-funded projects, we’ve reached water quality standards that rank Malta among the top 20 countries worldwide for tap water safety. Now, we’ve also significantly improved taste.”
The grant scheme for activated carbon filters will commence on March 26, 2025. According to REWS CEO Ing. Marjohn Abela, this measure “empowers families to enhance tap water’s taste by removing residual chlorine while retaining all the benefits of a modern, meticulously monitored supply.” The tap water initiative replaces the water guard scheme with the subsidy increasing from 40% to 60%. Meanwhile, the existing Reverse Osmosis schemes remain unchanged, reflecting Government’s commitment to consumer choice.
More details can be found at www.waw.com.mt
