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"Agriculture is both the cause and solution to many of the world's water problems," he stated.

The post David Molden receives CGIAR award for Outstanding Scientist first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

The pressing food and water issues affecting the region will be discussed at a two day workshop in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on February 24-25, 2011, a joint initiative of the Global Water Partnership (GWP) and the International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Read More Source: http://www.iwmi.org/News_Room/Archives/GWP_I

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Colombo, December 10, 2013. At the request of the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), in collaboration with the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), organized a stakeholder meeting to discuss improvements that can be made to the management of municipal waste in the City of Colombo. The meeting was held at the […]

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2nd February 2014 – Colombo, Sri Lanka Agriculture and wetlands should be managed in unison in order to conserve vital ecosystems and support the livelihoods of millions of people, according to a new report published to coincide with World Wetlands Day, today. Download the full media release Download the report

The post Millions affected, billions at stake: Scientists urge ‘wiser’ use of wetlands to tackle poverty and conserve ecosystems first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Extensive costs of salt-damaged soils include $27 billion+ in lost crop value per year.

The post Press Release: World Losing 2,000 Hectares of Irrigated Farmland to Salt-Induced Degradation Daily first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

(NEW DELHI. 17 December 2015) The severe drought in Bundelkhand is likely to become a more regular occurrence according to scientists at the International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Records show that the area, straddling the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh near Jhansi, experienced seven droughts in the last decade. This compares with a […]

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Experts from across Asia gathered to discuss how the next generation of satellite based technologies could help improve disaster preparedness and response at a three-day meeting in Mount Lavinia.

The post Press Release: Satellite imaging and disaster management experts gather in Colombo first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

A new initiative seeks to unite organizations to promote sustainable groundwater management.

The post Press Release: Uncovering and Confronting Global Groundwater Challenges first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

IWMI’s particular role on the project has been related to preparing papers for two publication.

The post Land and Water Investment in the Eastern Nile basin first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

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).

Enhanced data sharing across sectors and countries is vital if we want to achieve food, water and energy security in Southern Africa

The post Data, dialogues and discussion key to food, water and energy security in Southern Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Creating the food systems that people want & need across Central Asia will depend in part on how water is managed under climate uncertainty.

The post Innovations and smart water technologies key to food systems transformation in Central Asia first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

A holistic approach and reliable database on water resources and their use across Pakistan is the key to achieving food, water, and energy security in the fifth most climate-vulnerable country in the world.

The post Data, funds and dialogue key to water, energy, and food security in a changing climate for Pakistan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

Shakhimardan river basin in the spotlight of the EU funded “Hydro4U (Hydropower for you)” project

The post Assessments and benefits sharing in the context of the Water-Food-Energy-Climate NEXUS in transboundary basin: Shakhimardan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

IWMI Pakistan and Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT), RYK join hands to organize an international workshop on Water, Energy, Food and Ecosystem (WEFE) Nexus for Indus Basin

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Their expertise will be invaluable as the Institute works towards water systems transformation in the critical years ahead. 

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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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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