2030 Water Resources Group

At 2030 Water Resources Group, we’re deepening our collaboration with governments, businesses, and civil society to build sustainable solutions. Our refreshed strategy paves the way for greater impact through three core pillars: 🌾 Water for Food – Advancing climate-smart irrigation and sustainable food production 🌍 Water for Planet – Expanding wastewater treatment and reuse for a healthier environment 🏙️ Water for Cities – Building resilient, water-secure cities and regional systems Watch this video to learn more about how our refreshed strategy strengthens our commitment to #watersecurity: https://lnkd.in/dpmyv95k #2030WRG #Partnerships4Water

Expanding access to clean water in Papua New Guinea is a catalyst for opportunities for better health, improved education, and inclusive economic growth. This new blog by Saroj Kumar Jha, World Bank’s Water Department Global Director, explores why water access is central to the country’s progress and highlights the vital role of the private sector and strategic partnerships in ensuring reliable access for all, thereby unlocking the full potential of communities across #PapuaNewGuinea. 📖 Read it here: https://lnkd.in/ddniFyyz #WaterAccess #WaterSecurity #InclusiveGrowth The World Bank, Global Water Security and Sanitation Partnership, Michael John Webster

The Government of Uttar Pradesh has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable water resources management with the launch of India’s first community-owned and operated Central Pivot Irrigation system in Ragauli, Jalaun. This initiative is the result of strong public-private collaboration under the UP PRAGATI Accelerator Program, led by 2030 Water Resources Group (WRG), with support from the Gates Foundation and corporate partners including The Coca-Cola Company. The Accelerator program brings together global expertise and local insights to co-create solutions that enhance resilience, conserve water, and boost productivity for smallholder farmers. In a region where over half of the cultivated land depends solely on rainfall, this irrigation system is a timely solution. Its ability to deliver water precisely where and when needed helps farmers grow more with less, thereby boosting crop yields and enhancing water efficiency. The World Bank and WRG remain committed to advancing locally driven, scalable innovations that secure livelihoods, support food systems, and strengthen long-term resilience in water-stressed regions. Learn more about the UP PRAGATI Accelerator and its impact: https://lnkd.in/gD8FS_kE #2030WRG #WaterSecurity Ajith Radhakrishnan, Yogesh Arya, Meghana Rao Pahlajani, Pia Barkataki, Michael John Webster

From Potential to Progress in PNG: water access will be key. I wrote this blog on my return from my recent trip to this beauftiful country with enormous water challenges. The World Bank is stepping up its support to turnaround the water sector and accelerate universal access to water. DFAT Manuela V. Ferro Julia Fraser Maria Angelica Sotomayor Anna Bjerde Axel van Trotsenburg The World Bank IFC - International Finance Corporation Global Water Security and Sanitation Partnership 2030 Water Resources Group

🌍 2030 Water Resources Group joined leading experts at the roundtable on 'Water and Climate: Research – Policy – Society Interface' at Nazarbayev University in Astana, Kazakhstan. The event gathered water experts, researchers, policymakers, and representatives from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, FAO, and The World Bank, to strengthen the link between research and real-world water policy to tackle water challenges in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Central Asia is one of the regions that is most vulnerable to water stress and environmental pressures. Transboundary water systems, infrastructure gaps, and mounting food and energy needs underscore the urgency for integrated, collaborative responses. At the roundtable, we emphasized the critical role of data and research in shaping actionable water policies, the value of multi-stakeholder dialogue, and the urgency of scaling innovative and sustainable water-use practices. This roundtable is part of WRG’s ongoing support to the Government of Kazakhstan and partners in building more resilient and inclusive water systems in the country and across Central Asia. Ilyas Z., Michael John Webster 

Did you know agriculture accounts for nearly 70% of global freshwater use? As water stress intensifies globally, ensuring food security without compromising long-term water availability is becoming increasingly urgent to meet the needs of a growing population and safeguard our food future. That’s why 2030 Water Resources Group is working with governments, the private sector, and civil society, to promote more efficient, smarter water use in agriculture especially in water-scarce regions. To secure the future of food, we’re working to: - Scale up water-efficient irrigation technologies - Align agricultural practices with water-smart crop planning - Strengthen policy frameworks for sustainable agriculture - Enable private sector innovation in water efficiency Efficient water use is key to building resilient food systems, protecting livelihoods, and creating sustainable jobs in agriculture and food value chains. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dWikWgQc #2030WRG #WaterSustainability

2024 was one of the driest years on record for the city of Bogotá, Colombia. An intense “El Niño” phenomenon and a dry season with rainfall 27% below average were at the core of the crisis. This recent blog explores how Bogotá’s leadership, amid the challenge, showed that preparedness, cross-sector coordination, and clear communication can make a real difference in crisis response. As droughts and environmental risks intensify globally, the city’s approach offers a valuable blueprint for building resilience and safeguarding lives and livelihoods. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dWKk7EeT

Job Alert: If you would like to join the 2030 Water Resources Group team in #Bangladesh, this is a great opportunity. Application deadline: April 18 | #hiring

How can we strengthen irrigation systems in the #Sahel? 🌍 On April 7-11, join the discussion at #ForumDakar10, an event supported by GWSP, to learn about technological solutions and innovations that can transform irrigated agriculture in West and Central Africa. #AfricaACTs Learn more about this event [in French]: https://lnkd.in/d_TEejgR #AfricaACTs ECOWAS CEDEAO @CILSSinfos @ciwaprogram @RPCA_network @AgrhymetInfos UEMOA Officiel Sara Datturi Sylvie Nenonene

💧 2030 Water Resources Group, last week, facilitated a high-impact workshop in Bogotá, Colombia, to advance water security in the city, bringing together over 100 stakeholders from government, utilities, civil society, and the private sector. The workshop was co-hosted alongside Empresa de Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Bogotá (EAAB), The World Bank, IFC - International Finance Corporation, and Inter-American Development Bank (IADB). During the two-day workshop, participants committed to developing a strategy to strengthen Bogotá’s efforts in addressing urban water scarcity, supported by a multi-stakeholder platform to engage public, private, and civil society organizations in a citywide approach to address future water challenges. Discussions covered Bogotá’s water security priorities, lessons from successful multi-stakeholder platforms in São Paulo and Peru, and a collective effort to define the platform’s objectives, model, and implementation roadmap.   #2030WRG Michael John Webster, Gustavo Saltiel, Álvaro Ernesto Narváez Fuentes