# Water access and supply issues in Pesaro

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/water-access-and-supply-issues-in-pesaro
> Updated: 2026-08-24T22:02:33.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

The situation regarding water access in Pesaro began with advocacy from the EveryOne Group, which urged the municipality to install potable water fountains and public showers on free-access beaches to protect vulnerable populations from heat-related health risks.

Following a period of water supply emergency and subsequent restrictions, the focus shifted to the economic consequences of the crisis. Local business associations, including Confcommercio and Confesercenti, began assessing material and reputational damages caused by service interruptions and forced closures. These groups are now seeking formal compensation and have called for institutional meetings to demand reports on infrastructure investment and a prioritization of network repairs over dividend payments.

Recent developments have escalated as business associations prepare for a potential class action following a severe crisis during the Ferragosto holiday period. This specific incident, caused by three rapid breaks in the central aqueduct pipeline, resulted in approximately 48 hours of service interruptions. A broad coalition of trade groups is currently documenting lost revenue and extraordinary costs.

Following four water pipe breaks in ten days, Pesaro Mayor Andrea Biancani has warned that residents may face higher utility bills to fund necessary infrastructure upgrades. To increase water autonomy and mitigate future crises, the city is considering a 14.3 million euro project to double the capacity of the San Gaetano reservoir, with citizens expected to cover 4.3 million euros of the cost. An additional 800,000 euros is also required to increase the capacity of the San Francesco reservoir.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Pesaro water infrastructure upgrades may increase utility costs

Pesaro Mayor Andrea Biancani warns that water infrastructure upgrades to prevent future shortages could increase utility costs for citizens by millions of euros.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pesaro-water-infrastructure-upgrades-may-increase-utility-costs

### 2026-08-20: Pesaro businesses prepare class action following water crisis

Business associations in Pesaro are considering a class action lawsuit and seeking compensation following a major water crisis that caused significant economic and reputational damage to local enterprises.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pesaro-businesses-seek-compensation-following-water-crisis

### 2026-07-31: Pesaro pushes for drinking water fountains and showers on public beaches

EveryOne Group urges Pesaro to install drinking water fountains and showers on free beaches, citing health risks for vulnerable groups and legal obligations.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pesaro-pushes-for-drinking-water-fountains-and-showers-on-public-beaches

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