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United Nations Water: Coordinates the UN’s work on water and sanitation for a better world. #WorldWaterDay #WorldToiletDay #WaterAction #Goal6 #SDG6 #WaterFacts
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There are many ways we can protect, conserve and recycle water, eg: 💧Rainwater harvesting 🌱Climate-smart agriculture ♻️Reusing wastewater in industry 🤝Cooperating on transboundary water resource #QuestionsPeopleAsk on #WaterAction = #ClimateAction ➡️
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The XIX World Water Congress “Water in a Changing World: Innovation and Adaptation” is now accepting abstracts and special session proposals: 📍 Abstract Presentations: March 1 📍 Special Session Proposals: March 15 ➡️
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Melting glaciers and thawing permafrost are creating new hazards and worsening existing ones, increasing disaster risks. Glacier retreat threatens communities and infrastructure with floods, landslides, and erosion. #Glaciers2025 #WorldWaterDay
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National plans to adapt to the escalating impacts of climate change are a necessity for every country amid the threat posed by rising temperatures and extreme weather events.
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Glaciers have been monitored for over 130 years, but major gaps remain, especially in high mountains. Better data and global sharing are key to improving policies and actions to address glacier-related risks. #Glaciers2025 #WorldWaterDay
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CLIMATE WEBINAR: Feb 11 Join SWA to discuss water & sanitation in #COP30 climate action! Hear from leaders on integrating resilience into national plans. ➡️ English-French ➡️ English-Spanish & Portuguese #WaterAction #ActNow
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The UN has 5 strategies to tackle #glacier impacts from #climatechange: reduce emissions, improve water management, help people adapt, restore ecosystems, and strengthen international cooperation. #QuestionsPeopleAsk for #WorldWaterDay
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UNECE publication examines how official statistics can contribute to the reporting under the Paris Agreement; providing data for climate change mitigation, adaptation and just transition; informing the public; and measuring climate-related costs.
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Monitoring climate resilient WASH: a review of evidence Joint WHO/UNICEF webinar hosted on: Wednesday, 12 Feb, 3:00-4:30 pm CET Thursday, 13 Feb, 9:00-10:30 am CET
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“Water ecosystems are the support systems for life. We must protect water bodies from climate change and human pressures.” Alvaro Lario, Chair of UN-Water and President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
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Glacier preservation is a survival strategy. We must work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and manage meltwater more sustainably for people and the planet. #WorldWaterDay
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Glacial retreat threatens devastation. For billions of people, meltwater flows are changing, causing floods, droughts, landslides and sea level rise, and damaging ecosystems. #WorldWaterDay
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Over 2 billion people rely on glacier melt for water and livelihoods. Glacier decline raises sea levels and threatens communities and economies. Protecting them is crucial for our future. #Glaciers2025 #WorldWaterDay
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#Glaciers are vital for our survival. They provide water for drinking, agriculture, and clean energy, and help cool the planet by reflecting the sun. Protecting glaciers means protecting our future. #QuestionsPeopleAsk for #WorldWaterDay
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Now open: abstract submission process for IAHS Scientific Assembly, 5-10 October 2025, Roorkee, India. Travel awards available for eligible early career scientists. Full details here ➡️
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As drought sets in, farmers in Saint Kitts and Nevis turn to technology for help. The United Nations CTCN developed a system that can forecast droughts and predict groundwater availability to help farmers in Saint Kitts and Nevis.
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Healthy wetlands. Healthy people. Wetlands are central to our wellbeing. By providing clean water and food, protecting us from extreme weather events and supplying a multitude of other ecosystem services, healthy wetlands support our wellbeing. #ActForWetlands #WorldWetlandsDay
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The XIX World Water Congress, hosted by the International Water Resources Association (IWRA) will take place in Marrakech, Morocco, from December 1–5, 2025. Details and deadlines for Call for Abstracts and Special Sessions can be found here ➡️
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New report highlights melting glaciers as one of six critical "risk tipping points." These points occur when vital systems that support humanity can no longer absorb risks, leading to unexpected and potentially irreversible changes. #WorldWaterDay 🏔️
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Glaciers are melting faster than ever. As the planet gets hotter due to climate change, our frozen world is shrinking, making the water cycle more unpredictable and extreme. #WorldWaterDay
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We envision a future where all people can continue to benefit from the life-sustaining services that wetlands provide. #WorldWetlandsDay
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