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Selected finalists will have the opportunity to pitch their innovations at the World Circular Economy Forum 2026 in India.

A modest zonal nursery is helping restore landscapes and livelihoods while inspiring environmental stewards in Ethiopia's Halaba community.

IWMI researchers develop a site selection approach for Jordan where climate hazards, social conditions and governance needs align.

A GIS-powered decision support tool helps livelihood officials in India target livestock investments where they can have the greatest impact.

IWMI researchers translate responsible scaling principles into practice by embedding inclusive innovation pathways in food systems.

The final blog in this series explores how AI was used to capture deeper community feedback in India and how those insights can influence decision-making.

IWMI's Muluken Elias Adamseged shares how Africa’s true irrigation potential will be unlocked by an innovative and coherent investment framework that connects water, energy, markets and finance into functional, sustainable systems.

The second blog in this three-part series explores the motivations of community volunteers in India and the challenges they face.

In conversation with IWMI, Sabina Shonhiwa says reliable access to water could transform her community far beyond agricultural gains alone.

The first blog in this three-part series explores why lived experience should be at the heart of designing and improving water interventions in India.

Countries can make progress on SDG 6 by integrating groundwater into water planning, policy and investment.

How a gender-transformative methodology applied in Malawi evolved into a research tool for inclusive innovation adoption and responsible scaling.

A short film exploring flood risks through expert insights and guidance on preparing for extreme weather events.

The Water Governance Accelerator supports countries in meeting international commitments through evidence-based solutions grounded in IWMI's scientific expertise.

IWMI estimates targeted irrigation investments around a recovering Lake Chad, could feed more than 12 million people and unlock billions in economic gains.

IWMI's Sanju Koirala explains why connectivity alone is not enough for digital agriculture to succeed.

AI-enabled irrigation systems are reducing water use on farms by as much as 55% in West and Central Africa.

The IRRILINE advisory service, co-created by IWMI and Farmerline, is live in Ghana and starts just by dialling 399.

Bangladesh is racing to expand renewable energy, but one question continues to challenge policymakers: where will all the new solar panels go?

How FCDO and IWMI are turning pilots into investment opportunities with international financial institutions in fragile contexts.

Climate-smart kitchen gardens are an avenue for women and youth to improve food security and conserve water in Pakistan.

The reliability of modern climate predictions presents a window of opportunity in which to act to prevent the worst impacts from the phenomenon.

In South Africa, strong community and municipal collaboration keeps water services reliable beyond construction and opening ceremonies.

Water scarcity in Bangladesh's Barind shows that the real challenge lies not only in conserving water, but also in governing it as a shared resource.