The summer heatwaves, extreme temperatures and prolonged droughts of recent years have affected Hungary as well. As these conditions become increasingly familiar, perhaps we are all beginning to realise just how precious clean drinking water really is. Drinking water is one of the most essential public services, yet it is also one we rarely think about in our everyday lives. We simply turn on the tap and expect clean, safe water to flow. This is

A small-scale solar power plant has been installed at the Sopron Medical Centre’s Győri Road site to make its operations more cost-effective. But what does this mean in practice? Healthcare facilities consume a significant amount of energy. Medical equipment, lighting, IT systems and support services all require a stable power supply, and their combined energy use is substantial. This makes investments that improve efficiency and predictability particularly valuable. As part of the EU-funded project, nearly

With support from the European Union, the dormitory of the Korányi Frigyes Greek Catholic Primary School, Secondary School and Dormitory in Nagykálló has undergone a major energy-efficiency upgrade. The aim was to reduce the building’s energy use while creating a more comfortable environment for students and staff. The Nyíregyháza Diocese took over the management of this long-established institution in 2017. The school provides primary and secondary education, as well as residential accommodation. The dormitory is

We rarely stop to think about what happens to the water that disappears down the drain. Yet behind the scenes, essential systems are working continuously to protect the environment and maintain a good quality of life in our towns and villages. In Nemesszalók, one such largely invisible but highly important piece of infrastructure was expanded with support from the European Union. The development, worth nearly HUF 280 million, was designed to ensure that the village

When we go hiking, we usually look at the mountain peaks, the views, or the quiet forest paths around us. But beneath our feet lies another, truly special world: a hidden network of underground passages and caves that has preserved Hungary’s natural treasures for thousands of years. A major nature conservation project was launched in the Duna-Ipoly National Park to protect these caves and underground habitats. The project covered nineteen caves and five artificial cavities

An important utility development has been completed in Mórahalom. Thanks to the project, the town’s wastewater drainage system now operates more safely and efficiently. The main goal of the investment was to modernise the existing sewer network, especially by reducing the infiltration of extraneous water and preventing future operational problems. The development was financed by the municipality through European Union funding. It covered almost 2,500 metres of wastewater collection network across six streets. As part

Modern healthcare often relies on improvements that patients may not directly notice, yet they play an important role in day-to-day care. One such project has been completed at the National Korányi Institute of Pulmonology, where a new solar panel system now supports the institution’s operations. Hospitals have significant energy needs. Lighting, IT systems, medical equipment, service areas and many other activities linked to daily patient care all require a continuous electricity supply. That is why

The Honvéd Hospital has been providing medical care continuously since the end of the 18th century. Alongside its military medical duties, it has always played a role in civilian healthcare as well, with an ever-growing volume of services, serving an increasingly large region, developing greater professional expertise and, in certain fields, providing nationwide care. Yet alongside this vast intellectual legacy, the institution’s infrastructural heritage placed an increasing burden on its operation: many of its buildings

For centuries, the Tisza River has shaped life on Hungary’s Great Plain—but it has also brought recurring flood risks. Major floods in recent decades have made it clear that traditional defenses alone are no longer enough. The Tisza–Túr flood reservoir, built with European Union support, offers a modern solution. Developed as part of the Vásárhelyi Plan, the project aims to provide long-term protection for communities along the river. Its core function is simple but effective:

For more than 130 years, the water supply and wastewater system of Pécs has served the city. While this long history is a point of pride, it has also presented serious challenges, as much of the network had become outdated, placing increasing strain on day-to-day operations. Despite earlier improvements, the condition of the system made a large-scale modernization unavoidable. In many areas, extremely old pipelines were still in use, while elsewhere aging technologies no longer

Flood protection along the Zagyva and Tisza rivers has reached another important milestone. Thanks to an EU-funded development program, several levee sections have been reinforced, hydraulic structures have been renovated or rebuilt, and a modern flood defense system has been established—enhancing the long-term safety of riverside communities. The project covered four key areas: three along the Zagyva River and one on the right bank of the Tisza. Its goal was to modernize the existing flood