Greek islands launch new desalination plants to secure water supply

The municipality of Meganisi announced that its reverse‑osmosis desalination unit is now operational, delivering up to 600 m³ of safe drinking water per day. Officials said the plant strengthens the island’s water autonomy and resilience amid growing drought risk.

On nearby Amorgos, Minister of Shipping and Island Policy Vasilis Kikilias inaugurated a larger desalination facility in Katapola, capable of producing 1,050 m³ of potable water each day. The minister highlighted the project as part of Greece’s broader effort to address water‑resource challenges for its islands, especially under climate change and increasing tourism.

Both installations are intended to improve daily water quality for residents and visitors, reduce dependence on external supplies, and align with European Union practices that use millions of cubic metres of desalinated water for public consumption.