Next generation irrigation systems

The forum explored the role of partnerships, technology and community engagement in securing India’s water resources.

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Unified action for preparedness and response can help communities to build resilience

Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from July and August 2024.

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural systems is crucial to keeping the world on track to meet international climate goals.

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There is growing concern that most hydroelectric dams undermine regulations requiring a minimum 10 percent E-flow to sustain local ecosystems.

New role will oversee research-for-development capabilities across Africa.

IWMI and GWP partner with Bhutan’s Department of Water to advance efforts including mapping surface water bodies.

IWMI researchers comment on the importance of preserving Colombo's wetland ecosystem as the city becomes more vulnerable to flooding.

The Groundwater Management Information System (GMIS) can help in developing water policies and better water management practices.

Manohara Khadka and Sumitra KC on how entrenched systems and outdated norms continue to hinder Nepal's new generation of women leaders.

Data imbalance can lead to the exclusion of women farmers in policy design and contribute to inequity in economic progress.

The solutions foster adaptation to changing climate conditions and protect biodiversity and freshwater ecosystems within and across boundaries.

IWMI’s research suggests that the technology promotes sustainable farming practices and increases local food production.

Paris’s efforts highlight the difficulty cities face in cleaning waterways to preserve human, animal and ecosystem health.

Funded by the UK government, this project will help to transform climate and water policies in the Global South.

Rachael McDonnell comments on the cycles of flood and drought as climate change intensifies.

IWMI's Smaranika Mahapatra discusses work on micro irrigation systems in Odisha and Assam states in India.

Recognizing women’s roles in agriculture is key to unlocking economic empowerment, bolstering food security and improving nutrition nationwide.

AGRIS is a comprehensive bibliographic database focused on agriculture and nutrition, while AGROVOC is a multilingual thesaurus covering a wide range of agricultural terms.

Environmental flow assessments (e-flows) are essential tools to understand the health, dynamics and ecology of river systems.

The Enviro Champs are working with partners to draw attention to water quality and environmental issues in local ecosystems.

Experts call for legislation that is holistic, inclusive and timely to address critical issues regarding sustainable use of water resources.