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News.May 26, 2025

Contributing to Sweden’s Climate Resilience: SIWI’s Role in the National Vulnerability Assessment

Feature.May 21, 2025

Building Momentum: Water at the Heart of Panama Climate Week and the Road to COP30

Panama Climate Week is just the beginning. As we look towards COP30 and the UN 2026 Water Conference, we invite our partners and networks to join SIWI in advocating for water-smart solutions and meaningful climate action.

News.Apr 29, 2025

SIWI in Brussels: Making Water Central to Europe’s Climate Ambitions

During a recent visit to Brussels, SIWI’s Maggie White joined high-level discussions with the European Commission to advocate for water as a central pillar in Europe’s climate strategy. With the European Water Resilience Strategy on the horizon, SIWI is calling for stronger integration of water in adaptation and mitigation efforts, financing mechanisms, and international cooperation.

News.Apr 28, 2025

Sweden and Japan Unite for Water and Climate Action at Tokyo Seminar

Sweden and Japan strengthen climate cooperation with a high-level seminar on water’s role in designing resilient, sustainable societies. Held in the presence of His Majesty the King of Sweden, the event highlights innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and future-focused solutions.

News.Apr 24, 2025

From Vision to Influence: Be Part of the Water for Climate Movement at COP30

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News.Apr 23, 2025

Championing Water Resilience at the EU Level: SIWI meets with Commissioner Hoekstra

On 24 April, SIWI s Maggie White meets with Commissioner Hoekstra s cabinet in Brussels to advocate for a robust European Water Resilience Strategy. The meeting builds on SIWI’s ongoing leadership in integrating water into EU climate and environmental policy.

News.Apr 16, 2025

New Leadership, Same Commitment: SIWI Looks to the Future

With a new Executive Director and board, SIWI is entering a bold new chapter. Helena Thybell and Tom Panella share how the organization remains rooted in its mission while evolving to meet today’s global challenges—with water at the heart of transformative solutions.

Feature.Apr 11, 2025

Bridging Climate and Water for a Greener Central Asia

At the Samarkand International Climate Forum, SIWI joined leaders from across Central Asia and the EU to explore how water diplomacy and forest restoration can drive climate resilience. With water scarcity on the rise and ecosystems under pressure, the call for regional cooperation has never been clearer.

Feature.Apr 8, 2025

Mötesplats för hållbara lösningar – så bygger vi framtidens vattenresiliens tillsammans

Feature.Mar 21, 2025

Global Stakeholders Gather for First Preparations Ahead of 2026 UN Water Conference

SIWI and AGWA attended the meeting to share a joint statement emphasizing the vital role non-governmental actors can play in the success of the Conference as well as recommending pathways to ensuring the Interactive Dialogues are inclusive, impactful and effective.

News.Mar 20, 2025

Hydrologist Günter Blöschl receives Stockholm Water Prize 2025

Based on his world-renowned work on flood risk reduction, water resource management, flood scaling, and regional process hydrology – Professor Günter Blöschl wins the Stockholm Water Prize 2025.

News.Mar 10, 2025

New visual identities for prestigious water prizes

Stockholm Water Foundation (SWF) proudly presents new visual identities for the Stockholm Water Prize, the Stockholm Junior Water Prize, and the Foundation itself.

News.Feb 20, 2025

Helena Thybell Appointed New Executive Director of SIWI

Having previously held positions such as CEO of Save the Children Sweden, Helena Thybell will be the new Executive Director of SIWI. She brings extensive experience in strategic organizational development and leadership.

News.Feb 11, 2025

Global water expertise in new SIWI board

SIWI today announces the appointment of its new board, with broad international representation and high-level expertise in the areas of water and climate.