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International Water Resources Association (IWRA)

IWRA is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation established in 1971.
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It is a global knowledge network of water experts who are passionate about the sustainable management of the world’s water resources. The Association provides a global, knowledge based, forum for bridging disciplines and geographies by connecting professionals, students, individuals, corporations and institutions who are concerned with the sustainable use of the world’s water resources.

18/06/2026

🌊 Revised date! The 2nd Islands Water Congress is now taking place 27–29 January 2027.

This decision was made to maximise opportunities for engagement both at the 2nd Islands Water Congress and across the wider island water sector. The revised dates allow for the Congress to build on key developments in the global water agenda and continue important conversations on water security, resilience and sustainable development for islands and Small Island Developing States.

While the dates have changed, the mission remains the same: advancing sustainable and resilient freshwater management for islands worldwide.

Stay tuned for updates on registration, speakers, the technical programme, field visits and more.

👉 Find out more: link to web post
🏝 More on the 2nd Islands Water Congress: https://islandswatercongress.org/

17/06/2026

💧 Webinar happening tomorrow! How can we make sound water management decisions when the future is uncertain?

Join us as our expert panel shares case studies, research and policy frameworks from around the world. Together, we will explore how to build resilience in the context of a changing climate.

This webinar also highlights key insights of the latest Global Water Security Issues Paper Series, co-published by UNESCO and UNESCO i-WSSM, with editorial and peer-review support from IWRA.

Secure your spot today and be a part of the conversation.

🔹 Webinar: Water Management for Climate Change Adaptation – Global Water Security Issues
📅 Thursday, 18 June 2026
⏰ 14:00 - 15:30 CEST
💻 Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hLIIE4beShyvRJOl2-eopQ #/registration
👉 More info: https://www.iwra.org/webinar-79/
🌍 GWSI Paper Series: https://www.iwra.org/read-now-gwsi-paper-series/

12/06/2026

🪨💧 Around the world, 2.5 billion people depend on groundwater as their sole source of freshwater. It is a vital resource that supports agriculture, industry, ecosystems and livelihoods across the globe. Yet despite its importance, groundwater often remains out of sight and undervalued in water policy and management.

Our upcoming webinar, “Groundwater Governance in a Changing Climate: Law, Policy and Practical Pathways,” jointly organised by the International Water Resources Association and the Environmental Defense Fund, examines why effective groundwater governance matters and how it can be strengthened as the impacts of climate change intensify.

Through a dynamic session with our panel of global experts, the webinar explores legal and policy approaches, innovative data tools, and practical experiences in groundwater management from around the world.

Join us to explore how law, policy and practice can help to safeguard groundwater in a changing world.

🔹 Webinar: Groundwater Governance in a Changing Climate: Law, Policy and Practical Pathways
📅 Thursday 25 June 2026
⏰ 15:00-16:30 CEST
💻 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_COEfXfKuSIWXlEGJMCB0iQ

10/06/2026

💧Shared water resources can create shared challenges. Yet, if managed well, they can also create shared opportunities.

The latest edition of Water International explores the realities of managing transboundary water resources in an increasingly complex world. Using a series of case studies from around the world, the issue examines how countries are responding to growing pressures such as climate change, development, and competing water demands in the context of shared water resources.

Together, these articles shed light on what is working, where challenges remain, and how transboundary water governance continues to evolve.

🔗 Access the full issue via Taylor & Francis: https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/rwin20/51/4
👉 Find out more: www.iwra.org/water-international-51-4/

08/06/2026

🌊 Happy World Oceans Day!

Our work at IWRA focuses on freshwater, but today we celebrate our connection to the world’s oceans.

Rivers, lakes, groundwater, wetlands, glaciers, and oceans are all part of the same water cycle. What happens upstream eventually reaches the sea, and what happens in the ocean influences weather, rainfall, ecosystems, and water security around the world.

As we mark World Oceans Day, we are reminded that sustainable water management requires us to think beyond boundaries and recognise the interconnected nature of our planet’s waters.

From source to sea, water connects us all.

05/06/2026

💧 As the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, water management must continuously adapt and innovate. In an increasingly uncertain world, sound science is essential for making informed decisions and building resilience to emerging water challenges.

Our upcoming webinar, "Water Management for Climate Change Adaptation - Global Water Security Issues", brings together leading experts to share practical experiences, research findings, and policy approaches that support sustainable water governance in the face of uncertainty.

The webinar will showcase insights from the latest edition the Global Water Security Issues Paper Series, co-published by UNESCO and UNESCO i-WSSM, with editorial and peer-review support from the International Water Resources Association.

We look forward to seeing you there!!

🔹 Webinar: Water Management for Climate Change Adaptation – Global Water Security Issues #5
📅 Thursday 18 June 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:30 CEST
💻 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hLIIE4beShyvRJOl2-eopQ #/registration
👉 Find out more: https://www.iwra.org/read-now-gwsi-paper-series/

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29/05/2026

🤖 Water and AI - how can we scale artificial intelligence without draining our freshwater resources?

From data centres to digital infrastructure, the technologies powering the AI revolution are placing growing pressure on freshwater resources around the world.
Our webinar series, “The Promises and Challenges of AI, Data Centres & Freshwater Futures,” continues on Wednesday 3 June with Part 2: “Addressing Water Challenges for AI and Data Centres”.

Join leading experts for a dynamic discussion as we unpack the water risks, trade-offs and costs of digital expansion, as well as possible pathways toward a more sustainable digital future.

🔹 Webinar: "Addressing Water Challenges for AI and Data Centres"
📅 Wednesday 3 June 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:30 CEST
💻 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nE3-7_eUR5SLqEpnWxfVKg #/registration
👉 More information: https://www.iwra.org/webinar-78
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🎥 Part 1: "The Promise of AI for the Water Sector" is available online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=804Nhh7l7GE

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15/05/2026

🌊⏳One week to go! Join us on 22 May for our webinar “Islands and Freshwater: Regulation, Climate Change and Resilience”, as we explore how islands are responding to some of the most pressing water challenges of our time — and why their solutions can be felt far beyond their shores.

The webinar brings together global experts for a dynamic conversation and Q&A on freshwater management across islands around the world. Participants also get insights into the roadmap toward the 2nd Islands Water Congress in Jamaica this December.

Join the conversation on island water resilience - register now to secure your spot!

🔹 Moderator, opening and closing remarks:
Francesco Sindico, IWRA
🔹 Faroe Islands Congress (2024) and Policy Report:
Oluva Eidsegaard, Faroese Geological Survey
Gunnhild Storbekkrønning Solli, Norwegian University of Life Sciences
🔹 Freshwater management good practices - An island tour of the world:
Assela Pathirana, IHE Delft Institute for Water Education
Alana Mahabir, Water and Sewerage Authority of Trinidad and Tobago
🔹 2nd Islands Water Congress in Jamaica (December 2026):
Geoffrey Marshall, Water Resources Authority of Jamaica
Shaneica Lester, University of the West Indies

🔹 Webinar: "Islands and Freshwater: Regulation, Climate Change, and Resilience"
📅 Friday 22 May 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:30 CEST
💻 Online - Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lpfCFY9cRdeWz-wEWvQfyA

14/05/2026

🔓 Having abundant freshwater does not automatically guarantee water security. Our latest Editor’s Choice from Water International explores this paradox through the case of Quebec, Canada, home to 3% of the world’s renewable freshwater reserves.

In this article, Sessinou E. Houédanou analyses how overlapping federal and provincial responsibilities can create governance challenges for equitable and sustainable access to safe water, particularly in the face of climate change.

A must-read for anyone interested in the role of law in achieving water security, especially in the context of growing climate and social challenges. Read it now - thanks to the publisher, it’s free access until 31 July 2026!

💻 Read the full article: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02508060.2026.2639919

Water International is IWRA’s peer-reviewed journal and is published by Taylor & Francis Group. Established in 1975, it is a leading source of knowledge on
international water resources, science, and policy research.

👉 More on Water International: https://www.iwra.org/water-international/

14/05/2026

🤖 From promises to challenges - Ready for another webinar on Water and AI?

Artificial Intelligence and data centres are transforming water management. But, while they can help build smarter, more efficient, and more resilient water systems, they can also place freshwater resources under pressure.

Our new webinar series, “The Promises and Challenges of AI, Data Centres & Freshwater Futures,” addresses both these opportunities and the risks.

After a successful first session with nearly 200 participants dedicated to the promises of AI for the water sector, it's time to focus on the challenges.

On Wednesday 3 June, join us and our expert panel in a dynamic session, as we continue exploring the intersection of emerging technologies and water management.

🔹 Part 2: Addressing Water Challenges for AI and Data Centres
📅 Wednesday 3 June 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:30
💻 Register here: https://bit.ly/3R8u93s

🔹 Part 1: The Promise of AI for the Water Sector
🎥 Webinar recording now available online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=804Nhh7l7GE
👉 For more: https://www.iwra.org/webinar-76

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