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5 Dec 2021 EDINBURGH, United Kingdom

How Dry Summer Hit COP26 Host Country

Concerns that unreliable water supplies may impact the Scottish whisky and hydropower industries.

7 Nov 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom

First Minister Sets Stage For Scotland Leadership In Climate Change Discourse

Sturgeon meets with the executive secretary of UNFCCC and climate activists in first week of COP26.

5 Nov 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom

Report and Video: Today’s Choices, Tomorrow’s Impact - Youth Action In The Water And Climate Nexus

"Youth in Action for Water Solutions".

View the session online: Leading can come in various forms as the path towards a sustainable future is not one but several paths towards the same destination.

4 Nov 2021 DUNDEE, United Kingdom

From Scotland - Climate Change and Water: The Missing Agenda At This Climate Conference

Climate Change and Water: The Missing Agenda at COP26.

UNESCO Centres gather.

Link to Video and Full Agenda are below.

2 Nov 2021 Glasgow, Scotland

Climate Change In Scotland: Biden Unleashes The Beast

US President Joe Biden's travel plans to COP26 have been disrupted by soft grass conditions at his Scottish accommodation (not good for helicopters!) Plan B (a motorcade) was operationalised, it is unclear how many of the cars were electric.

1 Nov 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom

Scotland Opens Hydro Nation Virtual Pavilion At COP26

Observe the importance of responsible stewardship of water resources in Scotland! The host nation's virtual water pavilion at COP26 puts more context around Scotland's Hydro Nation strategy. This progressive strategy advances an innovative water sector that supports a flourishing low-carbon economy, promotes vibrant communities and the environment, and plays a crucial role in international development support.

21 Oct 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom

COP26: Water Security And Climate Change

As the Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland, commences, Asit Biswas and Cecilia Tortajada assess the issues of water security, complexity of management of climate change and impacts on the future of humanity.

21 Oct 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom

A Voice For Water At COP26

The Water Pavilion in the Blue Zone at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, aims to raise the profile of water, challenges and solutions, putting water at the very centre of climate solutions for mitigation and adaptation.

4 May 2021 STIRLING, United Kingdom

Interview: New Scotland, Hydro Nation Chair

Video interview: A new academic Chair has been appointed as part of Scotland's Hydro Nation initiative. Professor Andrew Tyler of the University of Stirling talks about the need to break through structural boundaries to address water challenges and achieve sustainable prosperity and a green recovery for Scotland.

28 Apr 2021 Glasgow, United Kingdom

Uncertainty Continues Over Timing and Format of COP26 In Scotland

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson urges more ambition in NDCs ahead of Glasgow conference. Event is widely anticipated by global water community. Greta Thunberg does not plan to attend, while some call for a hybrid of in-person and virtual sessions.

24 Mar 2021 EDINBURGH, United Kingdom

Exploring The Non-market Value Of Water To Society: aquaNOW Audience

The water Diplomat and Scotland, the Hydro Nation, brought together panelists for a discussion on different ways we value water.

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Happy World Water Day, 2021!

17 Mar 2021 EDINBURGH, United Kingdom

Streaming Live Today! "Exploring The Non-market Value Of Water To Society"

STREAMING LIVE FROM 1.30 PM UK TIME TODAY!

In celebration of World Water Day 2021 (22 March), The water Diplomat, in collaboration with Scotland, the Hydro Nation is hosting a live-streamed aquaNOW Audience panel show: "Exploring the Non-Market Value of Water to Society".

aquaNOW Audiences are live-streamed interactive panel discussions engaging international water experts and Scottish expertise in global water-related challenges and solutions. The shows are produced by The water Diplomat in collaboration with the government of Scotland, the Hydro Nation.