Malta’s Tap Water Has Never Been Better; New initiative launched

A new initiative to encourage the consumption of tap water was launched today by the Minister for the Environment and Energy, Miriam Dalli, marking a significant step in Malta’s water management history.

The initiative, under the theme “Iftaħ u Ixrob,” aims to encourage Maltese families to embrace the country’s improved tap water, with simple solutions available to enhance its taste further.

“We have delivered on our promise to provide the best tap water this country has ever had. Now, we want Maltese families to fully embrace this resource by installing activated carbon filters to further improve taste. The government will be supporting people in acquiring these filters,” said Minister Dalli at the launch.

The use of activated carbon filters will enhance water quality across Malta and Gozo.

Public Health Professor Charmaine Gauci reassured the public that tap water in Malta has always been safe to drink. “There was a perception that the water wasn’t good due to its taste. Tap water has always been safe, and now we are addressing the taste to make it even better,” she stated.

During the event, the Water Services Corporation (WSC) revealed that, thanks to significant investments in recent years, Malta and Gozo now benefit from uniform water quality. Previously, water taste varied across different localities, but these improvements have harmonised the taste across the islands.

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