From Vision to Influence: Be Part of the Water for Climate Movement at COP30
Water is no longer the silent partner in climate discussions—it’s the central catalyst for climate action.
At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan the Water for Climate Pavilion was more than a space for water organizations to come together —it was a platform for collaboration and joint ventures for political influence. With 72 Core Partners, over 50 high-impact events, and thousands of engaged participants and viewers, the Pavilion made one thing clear: cross-sectoral cooperation around water delivers results.
Thematic working groups were established that create a pathway and direction for the work of the Pavilion towards the official UNFCCC processes and ensure that the discussions in the Pavilion are strongly anchored in a climate rationale, addressing NDCs and NAPs, input into the UAE – Belém Work Programme for the UAE Framework for Global Climate Resilience, synergies across the Rio Conventions and much more. The Pavilion sparked collaboration with 47 organizations contributing to the daily programming and influencing high-level outcomes, including the Baku Declaration on Water for Climate Action.
For organizations, this is not just a space to be seen—it’s a space to shape global policy.
As we look toward COP30 in Belém, Brazil, the Water for Climate Pavilion offers a unique opportunity to:
- Influence UNFCCC processes and Presidential initiatives
- Connect across silos and build new relationships with stakeholders from a wide range of thematic areas
- Share and amplify your work with global audiences
- Join a curated program that prioritizes substance over noise
If your mission intersects with water, climate, or development—this is your call.
Learn more and express interest in joining at the Water for Climate Pavilion
Or contact us directly: waterforclimate@siwi.org
Let’s make COP30 the most connected, climate-smart, and water-wise COP yet.
The Water for Climate Pavilion
A collaborative effort of over 70 organizations to unify and amplify the voice of the international water community within climate spaces. Read the Water for Climate Pavilion at COP29 report.
“The Pavilion has proven that water is not just part of the climate conversation—it’s central to the solutions. At COP30, we’re creating space for even deeper collaboration across sectors to drive real impact. The momentum is growing, and the time to join is now.”
COP 29 stronger partnerships, actionable insights, and new momentum
The Water for Climate Pavilion at COP29 acted as a vibrant hub for collaboration, uniting 72 Core Partners and hosting more than 50 sessions focused on water’s role in climate adaptation, mitigation, and resilience. With over 850 in-person participants and 2,500 virtual viewers, the Pavilion reinforced the message: water must be at the heart of climate negotiations.
This collective initiative, chaired by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), unified water voices, created synergies with non-water stakeholders, and promoted water security in global climate dialogues. Notably, COP29 saw the launch of the Baku Declaration on Water for Climate Action, highlighting the importance of integrating water into National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and climate finance mechanisms. This declaration was developed with the leadership of the COP29 Presidency and technical support from UNECE, WMO, and UNEP, and extensively consulted with water sector stakeholders including the Water for Climate Pavilion, which work was recognized in the declaration text.
The Pavilion’s inclusive approach, thematic working groups, and targeted communication strategies amplified water’s visibility far beyond its own walls. The result: stronger partnerships, actionable insights, and new momentum heading into COP30 in Belém, Brazil.
