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Mitchell McTough, Wiqaya project lead and IWMI researcher on water, conflict and resilience, shares insights on how resilient, nature-based water solutions can help transform sand- and dust-storm-ravaged landscapes in Iraq. Photo: IWMI
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From dust to resilience in Iraq’s Dhi Qar through nature-based solutions

IWMI’s Wiqaya project combines science, field action and community knowledge to implement nature-based water solutions that reduce sand and dust storm risks in Iraq.

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April 22, 2026 | By IWMI

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Mitchell McTough, Maha Al-Zu'bi, Fayrouz Eldabbagh, Vidhisha Samarasekara

Research
Water, climate change and resilience > Fragility, conflict, livelihoods and water

Funders & Partners
UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)

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Wiqaya: Mitigation of sand and dust storms generation and impacts in Iraq and the Gulf region

Locations
Asia > Iraq

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Disasters, Extreme weather, Nature-based solutions, Preparedness, Resilience

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