Dossier „Water“

Water is the basis of all life on Earth. Without water, agriculture, and hence food production, would not be possible, and this sector accounts for more than two thirds of global freshwater consumption. However, freshwater is a scarce resource. And it is becoming ever scarcer, also because of global warming effects. Here, clever solutions are needed, solutions ensuring that the scarce resource of water is used optimally while taking the needs of all stakeholders into consideration.

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A new agreement aims to improve the provision and use of climate services in agriculture. Climate data will be integrated into water management solutions to help vulnerable communities in Africa and Asia anticipate and…

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How can a sustainable use of the ever scarcer global water resources be achieved enabling all people to enjoy their right to adequate food and access to clean water? And how can conflicts over water use be eliminated and…

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Concluding the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture in Berlin, Germany, minsters from 60 countries emphasised the nexus between water, food security and stability, and committed to take more action for effective global…

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The Rome Water Dialogue 2025 has highlighted the urgent need for smarter water management to secure global food supplies.

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In India’s mint heartland, a solar-powered irrigation service is transforming agriculture. By replacing costly diesel pumps with clean, shared solar systems on a pay-per-use model, smallholder farmers gain reliable,…

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Freshwater is a limited resource. If not properly managed, its use by different sectors will contribute to water scarcity in many places around the world. CropGBWater — a new open access tool by the International Water…

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For the sixth consecutive year, an irregular water cycle was observed in 2024. Investment in global water resource monitoring is urgently needed. Certain areas suffered severe drought, while others endured multiple…

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Amid rising climate risks, bold ideas and proven solutions are reshaping how we prepare for drought. Learn how science, policy, and communities are driving resilience worldwide.

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World Water Week 2025 in Stockholm brought together participants to discuss water’s central role in climate action, covering topics such as access to safe drinking water, Indigenous perspectives and innovative solutions…