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2 Jun 2021 Sao Paulo, Brazil
Brazil Drought Threatens Electricity Supply And Crop Yields
Persistent dry weather in central and southern Brazil has led to a water scarcity warning, rising electricity prices, falling crop yields and the threat of wildfires. Lowest reservoir levels since 2015 cause headache for the country's largest electricity source, while commodities markets see hike in sugar and coffee futures.
28 May 2021 Washington D.C., United States
New US Legislation Will Protect Against Utility Shutoffs
Bill, prompted by pandemic, would grant water and electric utilities, broadband providers $10 Million USD each in low-interest loans in exchange for a moratorium on shutoffs. Includes debt forgiveness terms.
27 May 2021 New York, United States
"Water Under Fire": UNICEF Report Calls For End To WASH Attacks
UNICEF publishes the third in its series of reports on the devastating impacts on children caused when water and sanitation infrastructure is compromised during conflict. Urges adherence to humanitarian and human rights law as well as improved monitoring and advocacy.
27 May 2021 Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
New Water Policy Approved By African Development Bank
Four principles focus on specific action points in water security, management and access as well as transboundary issues. Provide a general framework for expansion of bank's role. COVID-19 has highlighted need for greater intervention.
26 May 2021 Brussels, Belgium
ZERO BRINE: Extracting Value From Europe's Industrial Wastewater
Four-year $12.2 Million USD Innovation Action project aims to "close the loop" on saline wastewater by proving that extracting minerals from brine can eliminate disposal, slash pollution and transform waste into value in water-intensive industries.
26 May 2021 Taipei, Taiwan
Taiwan Drought: Microchip Lead Times Soar As Curbs On Water Use Tighten
Global industries face escalating microchip supply chain bottlenecks as Taiwan continues to ration water in the face of the worst drought in 56 years. The island nation has had no significant rainfall in more than a year.
26 May 2021 Delhi, India
COVID-19 In India: Scores Of Bodies Risk Contaminating Ganges
A shortage of firewood and rising funeral costs are forcing grieving families to abandon traditional Hindu cremations. Alarmed by the risk to water quality, the national government has instructed states to clamp down on the practice and provide support for "dignified cremations".
25 May 2021 Tehran, Iran
Iran Drought: Water Shortages, Energy Chaos, Crypto Miners
Hydro dams at 50 Percent capacity, leading to power outages across the country and prompting authorities to ship water to worst-hit regions. Meanwhile cryptocurrency miners consume massive quantities of electricity amid allegations that the country is using them to circumvent trade sanctions.
25 May 2021 Tel Aviv, Israel
Israeli Attacks on Gaza Leave 800,000 Palestinians Without Piped Water
Aid agencies ramp up water aid to Gaza following ceasefire. Substantial damage to critical infrastructure leaves hundreds of thousands in need of humanitarian assistance. Rush to restore basic water, sanitation and hygiene services.
21 May 2021 Damascus
Water Weaponisation Continues In Northeast Syria
Claims and counterclaims persist amid ongoing water cutoffs in Syria's conflict-torn Hasakah region. Between half and million and one million people are without water as aid agencies truck 3,000 m3 per day.
20 May 2021 London, United Kingdom
Leaked UK Government Memo Describes "Savage" Cuts To International WASH Support
UK spending on water and sanitation aid could be slashed. Charity WaterAid condemns plans with stark rebuke, claiming "the cost will be measured not just in pounds but in lives and livelihoods".
17 May 2021 WASHINGTON DC, United States
Matt Damon's WaterEquity Fund Secures US Agency Funding
First tranche of $100 Million USD loan aims at increasing access to safe water and sanitation, especially for women and marginalised populations. WaterEquity Fund has secured $125 Million USD toward its $150 Million USD target.