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Feature.Feb 16, 2017

Fewer, tastier tomatoes: Expanding the use of saltwater in agriculture

As the world experiences increasing freshwater crises, researchers turn to saline waters. Can the use of saltwater be expanded? Absolutely, write Kenneth M. Persson and Linus Zhang. From the March 2016 issue of Stockholm WaterFront Magazine.

Feb 11, 2017

Scientific Programme Committee (SPC)

[vc_row][vc_column width= 1/2 ][vc_column_text]The Scientific Programme Committee (SPC) is comprised of a number of professors, scientists and experts from the water and development fields. The work of the SPC involves setting the overall theme and scope for World Water Week in Stockholm. The committee also determines the seminars topics, selects from submitted abstracts and develops the seminars [ ]

Feb 11, 2017

SPC members (continued)

[vc_row][vc_column width= 1/2 ][vc_column_text] (continued 2018 SPC members list) Dr Hussam Hussein, University of Kassel Ms Kanokphan Jongjarb, UNU-EHS Ms Eiman Karar, UNEP Dr Louise Karlberg, SEI Dr Marianne Kjellén, UNDP Mr Jon Lane, Consultant Ms Karin Lexén, Swedish Society for Nature Conservation Mr Rami Narte, Global Water Partnership Ms Belynda Petrie, OneWorld Dr Diego Rodríguez, The World Bank Group Mr [ ]

Feb 10, 2017

Young Scientific Programme Committee (YPSC)

[vc_row][vc_column width= 1/2 ][vc_column_text] Young Scientific Programme Committee (YPSC) The nine members of the Young Scientific Programme Committee work together with the Scientific Programme Committee to develop the programme of the thematic seminars. Their tasks: Screen and review abstracts received for each of the seminars (January to March) Provide support to the planning of the seminar programme [ ]

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Feature.Jan 27, 2017

“We live in a richer, fatter world”

With more people having access to more food, one would think that the battle against food insecurity is faring well. But, as Prof. Jan Lundquist explores, the battle is only beginning as the implications on resource availability and GHGs expand under the weight of a fatter world.

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News.Jan 13, 2017

Call for Abstracts: Facilitating scientific contributions to water diplomacy and cooperation processes

UNESCO’s International Hydrological Programme (IHP) welcomes your abstracts for the session #26 it is convening during the 2017 International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS) Scientific Assembly, 10-14 July, Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

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News.Jan 3, 2017

International Symposium on Water Diplomacy: Outcomes released

This past November diplomats, decision-makers, thought leaders and practitioners came together to discuss international cooperation over shared water resources and water diplomacy as an approach to conflict transformation, peacebuilding and regional cooperation. See outcomes and highlights here.

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Dec 16, 2016

Stockholm Water Front No 3-4 2016

Read the latest issue of Stockholm Water Front. A magazine that collects the latest news from all around the water sector. In this issue we explore the African Green Water Revolution, sovereignty of natural resources, the origins of the Water Footprint concept and much more. Download today!

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Dec 12, 2016

California drought: challenges and opportunities for industry & policy

What is needed to protect groundwater resources from depleting? What does this mean for agriculture and other water intensive industries ? What is needed in terms of policy and farmer practices to adjust to consecutive and prolonged drought? Join us as we discuss with industry and policy experts.

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Nov 30, 2016

Have a great idea for an event at the World Water Week? Submit now!

Proposals are welcome from organisations or companies who wish to host an event at the World Water Week. By hosting an event, you engage a wide range of stakeholders in discussions and debate around a specific issue of your choice.

open-for-submissions-www-2017

Nov 30, 2016

Have a great idea for an event at the World Water Week? Submit now!

Proposals are welcome from organisations or companies who wish to host an event at the World Water Week. By hosting an event, you engage a wide range of stakeholders in discussions and debate around a specific issue of your choice.

Nov 28, 2016

Women for Water Partnership

[vc_row][vc_column width= 1/4 ][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image= 12221 border_color= grey img_link_target= _self img_link= https://www.womenforwater.org/ ][/vc_column][vc_column width= 3/4 ][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Women for Water Partnership [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] Women for Water Partnership (WfWP) is a unique partnership of women’s organisations and networks, uniting women leadership around the globe. WfWP’s mission is to position women as active leaders, experts and partners to realise access to safe water for all for all [ ]

Nov 28, 2016

UN-Water

[vc_row][vc_column width= 1/4 ][vc_single_image image= 12218 border_color= grey img_link_target= _self img_link= https://www.unwater.org/ ][/vc_column][vc_column width= 3/4 ][vc_column_text]UN-Water [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] World Water Week 2019 will address the theme “Water for society – Including all”, offering a unique space to focus on Leaving No One Behind, the theme of UN-Water’s 2019 World Water Day and World Toilet Day campaigns, coordinated by the Office of the High Commissioner for [ ]

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Nov 24, 2016

World Water Week 2017 – Call for Engagement

Read about the many opportunities to get engaged in the World Water Week; the thematic scope, highlighting important perspectives on the theme; and the nine core seminars featured at the Week. You will also find all of the information you need to submit your event proposals and abstracts.

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News.Nov 22, 2016

SIWI provides support to Jordan River basin riparians: Bridging regional governance and regional infrastructure financing opportunities

Representatives from SIWI will share key lessons learned related to transboundary water governance and financing with the gathered basin representatives from Jordan, Palestine and Israel this week at a regional conference on the Jordanian Dead Sea.

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