Water

Water is a core component of sustainable development that inherently links livelihoods, ecosystems, populations, and infrastructure. UNU water-related research addresses the needs of low- and middle-income countries, with a particular focus on policy guidance, natural resources planning, and new technology.

For example, our research on water, sanitation, and hygiene, and on wastewater management and reuse, bridges science, policy, and practice to pair innovative technologies with communities in need.

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News

Incorporating Multiple Values of Water in Policy & Management

A UNU-IAS Policy Brief explores the challenges of water insecurity in Asia and its broader impact on well-being, health, security, and education.

21 Dec 2021

Press Release

UNU-INWEH's World Flood Mapping Tool is One of 2021’s '100 Greatest Innovations'

Popular Science named UN University’s online tool that generates street-level maps of floods worldwide as one of the 100 greatest innovations of 2021.

30 Nov 2021

Event

Sustainable Water Resources Management in Asian Cities: Challenges & Opportunities

On 25 October, UNU-IAS will host the webinar "Sustainable Water Resources Management in Asian Cities: Challenges & Opportunities".  

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Press Release

New UN Tool Maps Floods Since 1985

United Nations University-led experts have debuted a new tool that generates instant, accurate street-level resolution maps of floods worldwide.

01 Oct 2021

News

UNU Water Network Hosts World Water Week Session on Building Resilience in Water Management

With over 60 international participants, the event showcased UNU’s expertise on, and commitment to, achieving resilience in water management.

08 Sep 2021

Event

Knowledge Faces Practice: Societal Challenges and Barriers to Overcome to Enhance Water Reuse Adaptation in a Circular Economy

UNU-FLORES and UNU-IAS will co-convene a session exploring pathways to strengthen public-private partnerships in promoting a circular economy.

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