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IWMI-CGIAR to launch new program for water and nutrition to mark...
CGIAR Executive Managing Director Ismahane Elouafi and IWMI Director General Mark Smith met Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena.
Urban wetlands and the built environment: how Colombo’s green spaces enhance...
Colombo must justify the renewal of its Ramsar Wetland City status this year. Has the city sufficiently utilized green infrastructure?
IWMI’s new Board Chair and Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister reiterate commitment...
Climate change and water resilience a joint priority, as international research organization prepares to launch new strategy and mark 40-year anniversary.
The Climate and Us
This brand-new series explores solutions to some of the most pressing climate and health challenges.
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.
On DRR Day, Sri Lanka talks about inclusion saving lives
Building resilience to climate change and disasters requires bottom-up, community-led response.
It’s raining in Colombo — but don’t forget the drought in...
Drought mapping technology and anticipatory action plans could help to manage disaster risk and mitigate the damage.
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.
Reducing food waste: How to make it work?
IWMI addresses global food waste, emphasizes composting, animal feed, and partnerships to reduce waste, protect the environment, and ensure food security.
In Memoriam – Dr. Chris Panabokke
IWMI is deeply saddened by the passing of eminent Sri Lankan scientist Dr. Chris Panabokke.