By 2050-2070, the water resources of Saône-et-Loire, a department in France, will face significant challenges. A three-year study, completed in 2023, has identified 42 potential actions to help local areas adapt to future water conditions. Although the region currently has abundant water, with rivers such as the Loire and the Saône flowing through it, climate change, pollution, and uneven distribution of water resources could threaten this balance in the coming decades. The study, titled "Water Resources and Uses," was conducted with the support of two water agencies and aimed to assess whether the region would have enough water to meet its needs without harming rivers and wetlands. Climate projections indicate that winters will become wetter and summers drier. Temperatures are expected to rise by 1.6 to 1.9 °C, with winter precipitation increasing by up to 17% and summer rainfall decreasing by up to 14%. Evaporation rates could rise by 8 to 9%, leading to significant drops in river flow during low-water periods—up to 73% in some cases. While groundwater might recharge more effectively in winter, this does not fully offset the summer water shortages. Overall water usage is expected to remain stable, but specific sectors will see varying demands. Irrigation needs could rise by 70%, and water used for maintaining water bodies could increase by 31%, while needs for canals and industry may decrease. Drinking water and livestock watering will see only slight increases. The most pressing water shortages are expected to occur in summer, when rising demand meets the lowest river levels. Some areas in the western part of the department already face high pressure on their rivers in summer, and this pressure is likely to expand to the central and eastern parts in the future. These findings highlight the need for tailored solutions that address the specific challenges of each region. The study has led to the development of 42 action paths, created in collaboration with local actors and prioritized based on the needs of each area. These actions focus on shared resources, securing water supply, using water more efficiently, and protecting water sources. The plan will first be presented to new local officials in a simplified form, then detailed by region. It will also serve as a foundation for further research at the river basin level and for creating a local water governance system involving all stakeholders. The study contributes to the Water Plan 2026-2030, adopted in March, and aligns with the Environment Plan launched in 2020. The department is investing in water infrastructure, restoring aquatic environments, and promoting rainwater storage for agriculture. It also shares knowledge through its Water Observatory and sets an example by restoring ecological continuity in rivers and de-impermeabilizing schoolyard streams.