At COP28, science and research are critical to the loss and damage conversation
Youssef Brouziyne, IWMI Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Representative, says two key questions will dominate discussions around the Loss and Damage Fund at COP28.
IWMI and CGIAR’s NEXUS Gains Initiative to build sustainable strategy to address water shortage in Pakistan
IWMI and IFPRI, through the CGIAR's NEXUS Gains Initiative, are undertaking a comprehensive strategy to address low water productivity in Pakistan.
This new AI-powered platform will help harness water reuse in the MENA region
Powered by AI and earth observation data, the collaboration between IWMI and Google.org will use remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas, and the atmosphere.
AI to help drive Middle East water reuse
IWMI is developing an AI platform to improve wastewater reuse in the Middle East and North Africa region, backed by a $1 million grant from Google.
IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and...
The platform will use remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas and the atmosphere.
IWMI unveils Google-backed AI tool for water reuse in MENA
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.
IWMI announces development of a new, Google supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and...
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.
Water and sanitation hosts hybrid climate change and water sector consultation workshop
IWMI collaborates with the South African government to improve sustainable development and climate security in the water sector.
Humming a new tune on World Toilet Day: Creating value through brown gold
Work by IDS and partners, including IWMI, has looked at urban sanitation challenges in Nepal, India, Ethiopia and Ghana.
IWMI at Cairo Water Week
Talk show "Akher Al Nahar" aired a report on Cairo Water Week featuring Youssef Brouziyne, the IWMI Regional Representative in MENA.
IWMI, IFPRI to transform Indus Basin for Sustainable Development Goals
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.
Solarising Nepal’s irrigation canals
Solarizing Nepal’s extensive irrigation canals offers huge advantages including improved irrigation reliability, higher crop production, greater farm income and improved food and nutritional security, according to IWMI researchers.
First book on Pak-Afghan shared waters unveiled in Islamabad
"Afghanistan-Pakistan Shared Waters: State of the Basins" was funded by USAID through the Water Management for Enhanced Productivity program, implemented by IWMI.
IWMI-led MENAdrought project issues final report
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.
IWMI to support Pakistan’s Ministry of Climate Change for COP28
IWMI hosts pre-COP28 conference on “Accelerating the Water-Food Climate Nexus Transformation Pathways for Pakistan.”
Application with Geo-Goviya information system launched
The new application, supported by IWMI, includes information about Sri Lanka’s land use, quantity of paddy land, number of farmers, land cultivated in one season and available yield, and emergency agricultural information.
Cocoa Farmers in Ghana Show Strong Interest in Solar-Based Irrigation, but Pump Costs Are Often Too High
IWMI research shows that cocoa farmers in Ghana are interested in solar-powered irrigation pumps but face financial barriers. Policy changes and education are needed.
How to harvest water from clouds of fog
IWMI's Deputy Director General, Rachael McDonnell, spoke to NPR's Goats and Soda about fog harvesting, a traditional technique that is now being expanded.
IWMI Calls for Concerted Effort to Combat Food Wastage
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.
IWMI’s WRAP program to improve water governance in Pakistan
IWMI Pakistan, with UKaid support, leads the WRAP program to address Pakistan's water challenges, improve management, and data collection.
How nature-based solutions can build urban resilience
IWMI's work in Sri Lanka has helped to restore marshes, enhance biodiversity and improve livelihoods in partnership with government departments and local communities.
For everything to function, people need water
IWMI supports research, such as hydro-geologist Maduo Dingalo's work on transboundary aquifers, which is looking to identify potential borehole sites to supply water to vulnerable communities.
Breaking barriers in agriculture
IWMI researchers discuss breaking barriers and ensuring food security and economic prosperity for farming communities in Nepal’s mid-hills.
Speakers stress need to raise awareness about climate change
The seminar, organized by IWMI, stresses climate change awareness, its impact on agriculture, and the need for adaptation, urging informed action.
Seeds of Change: Navigating climate-induced challenges in farming and everyday life
The seminar, organized by IWMI, looked at how climate change threatens Pakistan's agriculture-dependent economy, requiring adaptive measures like flood protection, drought-resistant crops, and public awareness.
Farmers urged to prepare for El Niño to trigger record-high temperatures
IWMI and CIMMYT warn of changing climate patterns in South Africa.
Climate change poses threats to food, water security
Climate change threatens Pakistan's food and water security. An IWMI-hosted workshop stressed data-driven, sustainable water management to combat challenges.
Panel at ‘World Water Week’ highlights water security in Tibet and Himalayas
The World Water Week panel, co-hosted by IWMI and the US State Department, discussed Tibet's vital role in Himalayan water systems, highlighting China's environmental impact.
Indus to become ‘a seasonal river’ by 2050 if glaciers continue melting
At an event co-hosted by IWMI and USAID, experts warn that rapid melting of glaciers in Pakistan's north could turn the Indus River seasonal, endangering 240 million lives.
Middle East’s groundwater shortage: Will it soon run out?
IWMI plays a pivotal role in addressing groundwater management challenges across the Middle East.
Save Water Save Money — Farmers In Odisha & Assam Benefit From Micro Irrigation Systems
The 'Resilience' project, implemented by IWMI, aims to enhance the adoption of efficient micro irrigation systems, including sprinklers and drip irrigation, among smallholder farmers in the Indian states of Odisha and Assam.
Professor Tafadzwa Mabhaudhi: How is climate change affecting the future of the world?
Professor Tafadzwa Mabhaudhi, IWMI Research Group Leader - Sustainable and Resilient Food Production Systems, discusses the impact of climate change on the world's future, highlighting its effects and implications.