iwm Press Release: Groundwater in Peril – IWMI joins 700+ scientists and practitioners in urgent call for action on global groundwater By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 06:36:34 +0000 The call to action highlighted in Nature this week cites recent scientific breakthroughs on groundwater’s vital role in supporting rivers globally. The post Press Release: Groundwater in Peril – IWMI joins 700+ scientists and practitioners in urgent call for action on global groundwater first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases
iwm IWMI project enables fast access to petabytes of analysis-ready water data in Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 02:30:39 +0000 Actionable information from earth observation data will enable better water management for African governments, communities and companies. The post IWMI project enables fast access to petabytes of analysis-ready water data in Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases open data cube remote sensing
iwm IWMI receives the 2020 Water Award from the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:13:20 +0000 IWMI has been awarded the 2020 Water Award from the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation in recognition of the institute’s outstanding research for finding water solutions for sustainable development. The post IWMI receives the 2020 Water Award from the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases awards claudia sadoff johan rockström olivier wenden prince albert ii of monaco foundation
iwm IWMI launches South Asia Drought Monitoring System By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 01 Sep 2022 06:23:57 +0000 Next-generation system will enable proactive drought measures in South Asia. The post IWMI launches South Asia Drought Monitoring System first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases drought drought monitoring sadms south asia
iwm IWMI supporting the government of Pakistan to deal with unprecedented floods By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:12:58 +0000 IWMI is supporting the Government of Pakistan for flood damage assessment and aiding recovery efforts, following the extreme flooding events across the country. The post IWMI supporting the government of Pakistan to deal with unprecedented floods first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases floods
iwm IWMI launches high-tech drought monitoring system for Zambia By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:34:39 +0000 Applying new technologies and approaches to address the social, environmental and economic consequences of climate change. The post IWMI launches high-tech drought monitoring system for Zambia first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases climate crisis drought drought monitoring zadms
iwm IWMI announces the appointment of five new members to its Board of Governors and Program Committee By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 02 Jun 2023 12:38:17 +0000 Their expertise will be invaluable as the Institute works towards water systems transformation in the critical years ahead. The post IWMI announces the appointment of five new members to its Board of Governors and Program Committee first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases Board of Governors corporate
iwm IWMI Board and Prime Minister of Sri Lanka discuss opportunities for research support By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2023 06:12:10 +0000 The IWMI delegation conveyed their appreciation of the support provided to the institute by the Government of Sri Lanka in hosting IWMI as the only international organization headquartered in the country. The post IWMI Board and Prime Minister of Sri Lanka discuss opportunities for research support first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases dinesh gunawardena prime minister
iwm FAO and IWMI’s milestone book gives actionable guidelines on water quality for agriculture By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:39:38 +0000 Researchers offer technical solutions and best agricultural practices related to water quality, risk assessment and mitigation. The post FAO and IWMI’s milestone book gives actionable guidelines on water quality for agriculture first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases risk assessment wastewater treatment water desalination water quality water quality for agriculture
iwm IWMI part of global, five-year program to build sustainable food systems By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:22:14 +0000 IWMI will implement the Innovation Lab for Irrigation & Mechanization Systems, funded by USAID and led by University of Nebraska. The post IWMI part of global, five-year program to build sustainable food systems first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases food security irrigated agriculture small-scale farmers
iwm IWMI announces development of a new, Google-supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:35:02 +0000 A new grant from Google’s philanthropic arm will help researchers develop a tool to bolster water security and climate resilience in the Middle East and North Africa. The post IWMI announces development of a new, Google-supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases data & tools mena remote sensing resource recovery and reuse (rrr) wastewater
iwm IWMI and WFP to start new partnership for food, land and water security in fragile communities By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Dec 2023 04:27:10 +0000 The CGIAR FCM Innovation Accelerator will scale climate-smart, private-sector solutions. The post IWMI and WFP to start new partnership for food, land and water security in fragile communities first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases partnerships
iwm IWMI’s new Board Chair and Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister reiterate commitment to sustainable water management By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:06:12 +0000 Climate change and water resilience a joint priority, as international research organization prepares to launch new strategy and mark 40-year anniversary. The post IWMI’s new Board Chair and Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister reiterate commitment to sustainable water management first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases board of trustees corporate
iwm Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, visits IWMI Headquarters in Colombo By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000 The Prime Minister was received by IWMI’s Management Team and staff, which was followed by an overview of IWMI’s ongoing work in Sri Lanka in the areas of irrigation and productivity, groundwater management, climate resilience, waste management and wetlands conservation. The post Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, visits IWMI Headquarters in Colombo first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News Press releases Regional News Z-Featured Content dinesh gunawardena prime minister sri lanka
iwm IWMI Board and Prime Minister of Sri Lanka discuss opportunities for research support By www.iwmi.cgiar.org Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2023 06:12:10 +0000 The IWMI delegation conveyed their appreciation of the support provided to the institute by the Government of Sri Lanka in hosting IWMI as the only international organization headquartered in the country. The post IWMI Board and Prime Minister of Sri Lanka discuss opportunities for research support first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News Press releases Regional News Z-Featured Content dinesh gunawardena prime minister sri lanka
iwm IWMI joins international coalition to build drought resilience By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:30:48 +0000 Move reiterates commitment to act against one of the most deadly and costly natural disasters in the face of climate change. The post IWMI joins international coalition to build drought resilience first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News COP28 drought partnerships resilience
iwm IWMI opens office in Bangladesh By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Sun, 24 Mar 2024 10:52:36 +0000 IWMI signals commitment to the country and strengthens collaboration with the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council. The post IWMI opens office in Bangladesh first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News agriculture partnerships sustainable development
iwm IWMI and partners map the state of water across Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:18:27 +0000 Earth observation platforms and data will support decision-makers in the management of flood and drought risk. The post IWMI and partners map the state of water across Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features mapping satellite data tools
iwm IWMI to expand groundbreaking Africa earth observation project By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:24:16 +0000 New grant will enable expanded scope and collaboration and make actionable water information accessible to governments and other groups. The post IWMI to expand groundbreaking Africa earth observation project first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases digital innovation water data portal
iwm IWMI launches the Climate Smart Governance dashboard in Sri Lanka By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:51:06 +0000 The dashboard will support policy makers with timely climate adaptation interventions. The post IWMI launches the Climate Smart Governance dashboard in Sri Lanka first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News anticipatory action apps data & tools
iwm IWMI and Saudi Arabia extend collaboration on irrigation and wastewater use By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2024 04:10:33 +0000 The e-ReWater platform will use remote sensing technologies and satellite data to estimate the availability of new water resources in partnership with the Saudi Irrigation Organization. The post IWMI and Saudi Arabia extend collaboration on irrigation and wastewater use first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News climate resilience research treated wastewater reuse water security
iwm IWMI’s new strategy shows the way forward for collective action on water security By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:27:14 +0000 Strategy 2024–2030 sets course for the next stage of the organization’s research and innovation journey. The post IWMI’s new strategy shows the way forward for collective action on water security first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Press releases corporate strategy
iwm IWMI awarded for second consecutive year by the Project Management Institute in Sri Lanka By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2024 04:09:37 +0000 The Climate Smart Governance (CSG) Dashboard is recognized for its contribution to national climate adaptation, planning and development. The post IWMI awarded for second consecutive year by the Project Management Institute in Sri Lanka first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News climate governance digital innovation
iwm IWMI modernizes agricultural practices in Pakistan By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:24:18 +0000 Farmers in the Gomal Zam Dam Command Area are learning to adopt climate change-resilient cultivation techniques. The post IWMI modernizes agricultural practices in Pakistan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features agriculture climate-resilient livelihoods
iwm IWMI and GWP promote water cooperation through a study tour to Central Asia By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:20:46 +0000 The visit for water professionals from South Asia laid the groundwork for furthering dialogue on transboundary river management for water security. The post IWMI and GWP promote water cooperation through a study tour to Central Asia first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News transboundary water management water security
iwm IWMI is advancing use of high-res climate modeling for Middle East and North Africa’s small basins By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:05:22 +0000 In a region battling worsening climate challenges, this groundbreaking, yet easily replicable climate forecasting model will transform local decision-making processes. The post IWMI is advancing use of high-res climate modeling for Middle East and North Africa’s small basins first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features climate crisis hydrological and climate models
iwm IWMI’s Morocco Resilience Days Forum charts course for climate adaptation By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 02:30:00 +0000 The four-day forum leveraged IWMI’s research on resilience and solidified scientific collaboration with local partners. The post IWMI’s Morocco Resilience Days Forum charts course for climate adaptation first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features climate adaptation partnerships resilience
iwm IWMI conducts grassroots consultation on irrigated groundwater management in Lao PDR By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:12:17 +0000 The meeting is part of a bottom-up approach to ensuring coherent policies on the use of water resources in agriculture. The post IWMI conducts grassroots consultation on irrigated groundwater management in Lao PDR first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News agriculture water management groundwater
iwm IWMI signs MoU with the League of Arab States By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 06:35:49 +0000 The agreement will facilitate further cooperation in the water security agenda of the Arab region. The post IWMI signs MoU with the League of Arab States first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News mena partnerships
iwm IWMI facilitates dialogue as Nepal works to amend its key water legislation By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2024 02:30:00 +0000 Experts call for legislation that is holistic, inclusive and timely to address critical issues regarding sustainable use of water resources. The post IWMI facilitates dialogue as Nepal works to amend its key water legislation first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News water resource management
iwm A conversation with IWMI’s knowledge management team on enhancing agricultural research with FAO’s AGRIS and AGROVOC programs By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 06:23:38 +0000 AGRIS is a comprehensive bibliographic database focused on agriculture and nutrition, while AGROVOC is a multilingual thesaurus covering a wide range of agricultural terms. The post A conversation with IWMI’s knowledge management team on enhancing agricultural research with FAO’s AGRIS and AGROVOC programs first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features agriculture research knowledge management library publications
iwm IWMI appoints Olufunke Cofie as Africa Director for Research Impact By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:46:28 +0000 New role will oversee research-for-development capabilities across Africa. The post IWMI appoints Olufunke Cofie as Africa Director for Research Impact first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News corporate staff
iwm IWMI is working with governments to build water resilience at COP29 By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:46:00 +0000 IWMI women researchers are leading the way on actionable policy recommendations and implementation for water resource management. The post IWMI is working with governments to build water resilience at COP29 first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features climate commitments climate negotiations COP29
iwm Cause and Effect | ‘Scientist’s job isn’t to negotiate, but to give evidence to govts’: Aditi Mukherji, IWMI By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:55:24 +0000 The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, or IPCC, convened for a four-day session on Tuesday to begin the next round of what is known as the assessment cycle. The post Cause and Effect | ‘Scientist’s job isn’t to negotiate, but to give evidence to govts’: Aditi Mukherji, IWMI first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media aditi mukherji
iwm Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:59:20 +0000 This training was conducted through the World Bank funded Balochistan Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project (BIWRMDP). The post Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media mohsin hafeez
iwm IWMI’s WRAP program to improve water governance in Pakistan By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:59:51 +0000 IWMI Pakistan, with UKaid support, leads the WRAP program to address Pakistan's water challenges, improve management, and data collection. The post IWMI’s WRAP program to improve water governance in Pakistan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media kanwal waqar mohsin hafeez
iwm IWMI Calls for Concerted Effort to Combat Food Wastage By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:04:49 +0000 Africa's food waste issue persists with up to 30% loss due to poor handling. IWMI's Dr. Enokenwa's works on gender-inclusive solutions for smallholders and households to reduce waste. The post IWMI Calls for Concerted Effort to Combat Food Wastage first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media ojongetakakah enokenwa baa
iwm IWMI to support Pakistan’s Ministry of Climate Change for COP28 By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2023 05:11:32 +0000 IWMI hosts pre-COP28 conference on “Accelerating the Water-Food Climate Nexus Transformation Pathways for Pakistan.” The post IWMI to support Pakistan’s Ministry of Climate Change for COP28 first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media COP28
iwm IWMI-led MENAdrought project issues final report By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2023 05:41:09 +0000 The MENAdrought project is a partnership between IWMI, Nebraska Drought Mitigation Centre, Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute, John Hopkins University, and the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, supported by USAID. The post IWMI-led MENAdrought project issues final report first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media drought menadrought
iwm IWMI, IFPRI to transform Indus Basin for Sustainable Development Goals By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 04:45:19 +0000 IWMI and IFPRI have joined forces to transform food, land, and water systems in the Indus Basin, aiming to enhance water productivity and advance SDGs. The post IWMI, IFPRI to transform Indus Basin for Sustainable Development Goals first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
iwm IWMI at Cairo Water Week By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Nov 2023 03:54:48 +0000 Talk show "Akher Al Nahar" aired a report on Cairo Water Week featuring Youssef Brouziyne, the IWMI Regional Representative in MENA. The post IWMI at Cairo Water Week first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
iwm IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 03:57:05 +0000 IWMI will also develop an online dashboard that will provide accessible and comprehensive information on wastewater generation and recycling potential in Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The post IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
iwm IWMI unveils Google-backed AI tool for water reuse in MENA By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:20:54 +0000 Researchers at IWMI will develop e-ReWater, a platform powered by artificial intelligence and earth observation data which uses remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas and the atmosphere. The post IWMI unveils Google-backed AI tool for water reuse in MENA first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
iwm IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:33:05 +0000 The platform will use remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas and the atmosphere. The post IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
iwm IWMI and CGIAR’s NEXUS Gains Initiative to build sustainable strategy to address water shortage in Pakistan By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 04:26:18 +0000 IWMI and IFPRI, through the CGIAR's NEXUS Gains Initiative, are undertaking a comprehensive strategy to address low water productivity in Pakistan. The post IWMI and CGIAR’s NEXUS Gains Initiative to build sustainable strategy to address water shortage in Pakistan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
iwm IWMI DG speaks to CNBC Arabia By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:06:59 +0000 IWMI Director General Mark Smith speaks to CNBC Arabia on the sidelines of COP28. The post IWMI DG speaks to CNBC Arabia first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media COP28
iwm IWMI’s MENA representative on Abu Dhabi TV By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Dec 2023 05:20:07 +0000 Youssef Brouziyne, the IWMI Regional Representative in the Middle East and North Africa, featured on Al Etihad News Centre on Abu Dhabi TV. The post IWMI’s MENA representative on Abu Dhabi TV first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media COP28
iwm IWMI-CGIAR to launch new program for water and nutrition to mark 40th anniversary By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 02 Feb 2024 04:51:43 +0000 CGIAR Executive Managing Director Ismahane Elouafi and IWMI Director General Mark Smith met Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. The post IWMI-CGIAR to launch new program for water and nutrition to mark 40th anniversary first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media corporate
iwm IWMI joins international coalition to build drought resilience By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:13:20 +0000 Move reiterates commitment to act against one of the most deadly and costly natural disasters in the face of climate change. The post IWMI joins international coalition to build drought resilience first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media building resilience drought partnerships
iwm BARC, IWMI sign MoU to strengthen research on agriculture By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Sun, 24 Mar 2024 04:18:45 +0000 The Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC) and IWMI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen research in irrigation and agriculture water management within Bangladesh. The post BARC, IWMI sign MoU to strengthen research on agriculture first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media partnerships