Paul Pavelic
Senior Researcher - Hydrogeology
Paul Pavelic is an expert in groundwater hydrology, managed aquifer recharge, and water reuse. He has a background working for the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Land and Water in Australia, focusing on managed aquifer recharge and water reuse.
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Latest news for Paul Pavelic
Explainer: Groundwater
Groundwater is essential for human health, food production and ecosystems. With proper management, it provides a reliable and resilient source of water in the face of drought and climate change ...
IWMI and climate tech startup SunCulture establish landmark partnership to advance sustainable solar irrigation in Kenya
The pioneering partnership aims to scale solar irrigation for climate-resilient agriculture and safeguard Kenya’s water resources ...
Lao PDR further enhances its groundwater management
IWMI and partners continue working with Lao DPR’s Department of Water Resources (DWR) to progress its sustainable groundwater management plans through policy support and training in four provinces ...
Latest publications by Paul Pavelic
Working Paper
Understanding early adoption of solar irrigation in Lao PDR: benefits, challenges and policy gaps
International Water Management Institute | November 20th, 2025
Journal Article
Sustainable groundwater development for improved agrarian livelihoods in Sub-Saharan Africa: a decadal update
Taylor & Francis | November 18th, 2025
Report
Performance and cost-benefit evaluation of farmer-managed solar-powered groundwater irrigation in Attapeu Province, Lao PDR: interim results from the first year of operation of four pilot systems
International Water Management Institute; CGIAR Multifunctional Landscapes Program | November 13th, 2025
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