September 5, 2025

Project Start: Ukraine – RLF Sumy Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment – Feasibility Study

Assignment Location: City of Sumy, Ukraine
Client: Sumy City Hall
Origin of Funding: European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

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HYDROPHIL is pleased to announce the launch of our latest EBRD-funded project, “ RLF Sumy Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment – Feasibility Study”, supported by Municipal Infrastructure and Environment, in partnership with Dornier Consulting International.

The official kick-off meeting took place online on 5 September 2025, marking the beginning of an essential project aimed at the reconstruction and renovation phase of the wastewater treatment in the war-affected city of Sumy.

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Led by HYDROPHIL GmbH and implemented together with our partner Dornier International Consulting, this project contributes to improving the resilience and functionality of critical water infrastructure in Ukraine. It will significantly enhance water supply and wastewater treatment services, thereby improving living conditions and environmental protection in the region. The expected outcomes include:

  • Improved effluent quality discharged into the Psel River (Dnipro basin, Black Sea catchment), aligned with local and EU standards.
  • Enhanced energy efficiency and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Better air and water quality for the residents of Sumy.

As lead partner, HYDROPHIL brings over two decades of international experience in the water sector and in conducting feasibility studies. These studies form the basis for priority investments in sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure. Our multidisciplinary expert teams evaluate projects technically, economically, and with regard to environmental and social impacts. This ensures that wastewater treatment projects effectively improve effluent quality, protect public health, and safeguard water resources.

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“The feasibility study sets the foundation for a comprehensive rehabilitation of Sumy’s water and wastewater infrastructure. Our focus is on aligning system performance with EU environmental standards, improving energy efficiency, and integrating resilient design solutions suited to post-conflict urban recovery.”

— Dr. Bastian Schnabel, Project Manager, HYDROPHIL

This project reinforces our dedication to long-term partnerships and environmentally sound engineering, core elements of our mission to transform knowledge into society’s welfare.

We look forward to supporting Sumy Municipality, Miskvodokanal, and the people of Ukraine!