EU water quality declines, with only 39.5% in good ecological condition, likely missing 2027 target.

The European Commission reports that only 39.5% of Europe's surface waters are in good ecological condition, with 26.8% meeting chemical standards, down from 33.5% in 2015. The EU faces water scarcity and droughts, worsened by climate change, and needs to take more action against agricultural and urban pollution. The Commission warns that most countries will likely miss the 2027 target for all surface water to be in "good" status, potentially leading to legal action.

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