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2 Nov 2021 Geneva, Switzerland
WMO Pledge For New Hydrology Action Plan
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is tol support water security efforts with a new Water and Climate Coalition, Water Declaration and a new strategy for hydrology. Eight Long-term ambitions announced.
2 Nov 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom
Report And Video: Experts Engage On Water Solutions For Our Changing Climate
In the search for water solutions as our planet's climate changes, the International Water Resources Association (IWRA) together with the University of Strathclyde, the University of Dundee and The water Diplomat hosted a pre-COP26 seminar on water solutions for climate change.
2 Nov 2021 Washington DC, United States
United States: Intelligence Advisory Issued Following Ongoing Cyber Attacks On Nation's Water Infrastructure
Advisory discloses three previously unreported ransomware attacks which hit facilities in Nevada, Maine, and California earlier this year.
2 Nov 2021 WASHINGTON DC, United States
Three US Intelligence Agencies Warn Of Climate Change Impacts
Effects of climate change will increase competition for water resources, causing food scarcity and heightening social tensions around the world within 20 to 30 years.
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.
31 Oct 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom
Report And Video: Water Security Under Climate Change
High-level Forum, Glasgow, pre-COP26 (recorded footage is linked): On the eve of COP26, Ministers, heads of international organisations, leading figures from public and private sectors, eminent academics from different parts of the world and from different disciplines, gathered to discuss water security challenges under climate change.
26 Oct 2021 NEW YORK NY, United States
Water Efficiency And Accountability For Equitable Distribution
UN-Water Expert Group warns that the pressure on freshwater resources will not relax Fair distribution will benefit those in greater need.
25 Oct 2021 PEMBA, Mozambique
Cabo Delgado: Water Shortage Adds Stress To Conflict In Mozambique Province
Lack of access to safe water, worsened by massive population displacements, has led to an increase in cases of cholera and diarrhoea.
24 Oct 2021 Manila, Philippines
Asian Development Bank Boosts Climate Finance Goal
The Asian Development Bank plans $66 Billion USD for climate mitigation, with the remaining to be used to support adaptation efforts including improving water security across developing member countries.
22 Oct 2021 TOKYO, Japan
Fukushima: Radioactive Water Release To Commence In Early 2023
New Prime Minister will implement plan to begin release of contaminated water into ocean; IAEA supports plan; local fishing industry and neighboring countries unconvinced.
21 Oct 2021 GLASGOW, United Kingdom
Watch: Water Security Under Climate Change
High-level Forum, Glasgow, pre-COP26 (recorded footage is linked): Speakers included Ministers, heads of international organisations, leading figures from public and private sectors, eminent academics from different parts of the world, from different disciplines, to share their views on the problems and their likely solutions.
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.