{"id":53520,"date":"2023-10-24T12:05:35","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T12:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playroom.azud.com\/blog\/new-spanish-water-purification-regulations-adapting-to-royal-decree-3-2023\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T08:14:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T08:14:47","slug":"new-spanish-water-purification-regulations-adapting-to-royal-decree-3-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playroom.azud.com\/en\/blog\/new-spanish-water-purification-regulations-adapting-to-royal-decree-3-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"New Spanish water purification regulations: Adapting to Royal Decree 3\/2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thewater purification<\/strong> is a topic that has gained relevance in recent times, especially in Spain. This sentence is essential as it reflects the core of theRoyal Decree 3\/2023<\/a><\/strong>the new regulation for compliance in Spain that establishes the technical-sanitary criteria for drinking water quality, control and supply, which came into force in January of this year, has been in force since January of this year. Water purification faces constant challenges, and with the entry into force of this regulation, the panorama changes drastically. Water quality in Spain faces multiple challenges.The drought<\/strong>aggravated by climate change,reduces water availability and quality<\/strong>. Surface sources, such as rivers and lakes, may be contaminated by industrial and chemical waste. In addition, in January 2023, Royal Decree 3\/2023 established stricter standards for drinking water quality, protecting the health of the population and promoting a safe and sustainable water supply.Theentry into force of Royal Decree 3\/2023 in January 2023<\/strong> marked a significant advance in ensuring the quality of drinking water in Spain. This new legal framework replaces the previous RD 902\/2018 and RD 140\/2003 and transposes Directive (EU) 2020\/2184<\/p>\n

what changes does Royal Decree 3\/2023 introduce?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Reduction of Maximum Contaminants Limits<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n

The new decreereduces the maximum limits<\/strong> of certain contaminants, such as arsenic, lead or trihalomethanes. This is because these contaminants can have a negative impact on human health<\/p>\n

New Controller Parameters.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The decree incorporatesnew Controller Parameters<\/strong>such as the detection of microplastics or emerging substances<\/p>\n

Emphasis on Prevention<\/strong>.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Royal Decree strengthens the prevention of contamination of water for human consumption. It establishesmeasures to control pollution sources<\/strong>such as sewage and industrial waste<\/p>\n

Changes in the new turbidity regulations<\/h2>\n

TheRoyal Decree 3\/2023<\/strong><\/a> establishes in its article 36 that, for new or existing catchment intakes,prior to the water disinfection phase, at least one filtration must be carried out<\/strong> appropriate, in these cases<\/p>\n

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  1. a)Surface and spring water catchments<\/strong>;<\/li>\n
  2. b) Subway catchments<\/strong> when the quality of the captured water has a turbidity greater than 1 Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (UNF) in more than 5% of the annual samples,must be installed<\/strong> filtration before January 2, 2024.<\/strong><\/li>\n
  3. c) Chen deemed necessary by the health authority<\/strong> necessary, according to the risk assessment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    AZUD Solutions to Improve Water Quality<\/h2>\n

    Thetechnological solutions<\/strong> play an essential role in adapting to these regulations. Specialized equipment, advanced Filtration systems and purification techniques become essential tools in this process. With drinking water purification as the main objective, it is imperative that both public institutions and private companies collaborate to ensure that the water reaching our homes is safe and of high quality. AtAZUD<\/strong> we understand the importance of ensuring the quality of drinking water. Our experience inwater treatment solutions<\/strong> enables us to offer effective alternatives to maintain water clarity and safety. Thanks to our vast experience in water treatment, we have developedcontainerized solutionsAZUD WATERTECH DW<\/a><\/strong> that meet today’s demands<\/p>\n