Integrated basin and acquifer management
Blogs
IWMI and GIZ offer insights on Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems Nexus for transboundary water management
The solutions foster adaptation to changing climate conditions and protect biodiversity and freshwater ecosystems within and across boundaries.
News
IWMI and GWP promote water cooperation through a study tour to Central Asia
The visit for water professionals from South Asia laid the groundwork for furthering dialogue on transboundary river management for water security.
Press releases
IWMI’s new strategy shows the way forward for collective action on water security
Strategy 2024–2030 sets course for the next stage of the organization’s research and innovation journey.
Blogs
Creating a roadmap in the Songwe to unlock its potential
In the face of multiple challenges, collaborative efforts are essential to navigate the complexities of sustainable basin management.
Blogs
Between interest and influence
The WE-ACT project is fostering effective transboundary water collaboration and streamlined decision-making.
In the media
Role of nature-based solutions for improving urban water security
Mohsin Hafeez discusses the potential of nature-based solutions in dealing with climate shocks faced by vulnerable people in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Blogs
What is good for fish, is good for people and planet
The Mekong fishery is at a tipping point. Integrating fish into agricultural landscapes may be the sustainable way forward.
Videos
World Wetlands Day: Ismahane Elouafi, Executive Managing Director of CGIAR
A message from the Thalangama wetland in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on the work of IWMI and CGIAR to preserve and protect these vital ecosystems.
Videos
The Climate and Us
This brand-new series explores solutions to some of the most pressing climate and health challenges.
Publications
Afghanistan-Pakistan Shared Waters: State of the Basins
State of the Basins co-develops an overview of the three most important river basins, in collaboration with international experts and water professionals from Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Features
It’s raining in Colombo — but don’t forget the drought in the rest of Sri Lanka
Drought mapping technology and anticipatory action plans could help to manage disaster risk and mitigate the damage. Â
Features
Going with the flow, or fighting for it?
The competition for scarce natural resources in the Letaba River Basin and why it matters for World Rivers Day.
In the media
Middle East’s groundwater shortage: Will it soon run out?
IWMI plays a pivotal role in addressing groundwater management challenges across the Middle East.
In the media
Experts stress efficient groundwater use
IWMI in Pakistan organized a workshop to discuss the critical issue of water conservation and sustainable groundwater management in Balochistan.
In the media
Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI
This training was conducted through the World Bank funded Balochistan Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project (BIWRMDP).
Features
Five key takeaways from World Water Week 2021
IWMI participated in a record 31 sessions at this year’s virtual event. Here are some of our key takeaways.
In the media
The impact of large and small dams on malaria transmission in four basins in Africa
On VOA, Jonathan Lautze discusses the impact of small and large dams on malaria transmission in four river basins in Sub-Saharan Africa.
In the media
How to clean up the Ganges?
Using groundwater for irrigation and increasing river flow could reactivate the "Ganges river machine", argues Tushaar Shah on Science.
In the media
Africa droughts prompt calls to start pumping untapped groundwater
The Guardian recently published an article covering the work of the GRIPP initiative, co-led by IWMI.
Press releases
African dams linked to over one million malaria cases annually
New study urges future dam projects to consider better disease control measures.
News
New maps have India covered
Satellite scans of vegetation show changes to the sub-continent’s land-use.
News
Saving the world’s wetlands
Under the WETWIN project, researchers looked at issues in seven wetlands from Africa, Europe and South America.
News
IWMI Environmental Flow Calculators
Environmental Flow CalculatorsGlobalGanga (Ganges)Sri LankaWestern Nepal
The IWMI Environmental Flow Calculators are a family of software for desktop rapid assessment of Environmental Flows (EFs). The...
News
IWMI researcher wins IWRA best paper award
Article offers new thinking on links between poverty, water and agriculture.
Videos
Why we need environmental flows
In the latest video from the "Colin's STRAIGHTtalk" series Dr. Chartres talks about why we need environmental flows.
Environmental flows describe the quantity, timing,...
News
Rethinking agriculture in the Greater Mekong
How to sustainably meet food needs, enhance ecosystem services and cope with climate change.