Videos
Safe and sustainable vegetable production through good practices
The International Water Management Institute and the Department of Agriculture of Sri Lanka collaborated to improve agricultural practices among Sri Lankan farmers.
In the media
Solar-powered farming is quickly depleting the world’s groundwater supply
Tushaar Shah, a Scientist Emeritus at IWMI, comments on the rapid spread of solar pumps among rural communities in many water-starved regions, including India.
Blogs
Investing in women is the key to Pakistan’s agricultural growth
Women's roles often go unrecognized, and they face numerous barriers in accessing resources, knowledge, and decision-making power.
Blogs
What is good for fish, is good for people and planet
The Mekong fishery is at a tipping point. Integrating fish into agricultural landscapes may be the sustainable way forward.
In the media
How a solar revolution in farming is depleting world’s groundwater
Tushaar Shah, a Scientist Emeritus at IWMI, comments on the rapid spread of solar pumps among rural communities in many water-starved regions, including India.
News
IWMI participates in India’s 75th Republic Day reception
Country Representative highlights contributions and commitment to sustainable water management in high-level event.
Blogs
Visionary integration
IWMI presents a digital twin concept for management of the Limpopo River basin.
Videos
World Wetlands Day: Ismahane Elouafi, Executive Managing Director of CGIAR
A message from the Thalangama wetland in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on the work of IWMI and CGIAR to preserve and protect these vital ecosystems.
News
CGIAR’s new Executive Managing Director discusses opportunities to support Sri Lanka’s development priorities with Prime Minister
Ismahane Elouafi visited the country to learn more about IWMI’s work and ways to leverage integrated capabilities for water, food and climate resilience.
News
New podcast explores policy coherence and system transformation in food, land and water
Policy Pathways, produced by IWMI, examines policies for sustainable development and climate resilience in six countries.
In the media
IWMI-CGIAR to launch new program for water and nutrition to mark 40th anniversary
CGIAR Executive Managing Director Ismahane Elouafi and IWMI Director General Mark Smith met Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena.
Features
Urban wetlands and the built environment: how Colombo’s green spaces enhance city life
Colombo must justify the renewal of its Ramsar Wetland City status this year. Has the city sufficiently utilized green infrastructure?
Press releases
IWMI’s new Board Chair and Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister reiterate commitment to sustainable water management
Climate change and water resilience a joint priority, as international research organization prepares to launch new strategy and mark 40-year anniversary.
In the media
Solar pumps are empowering women farmers in India
On top of its climate benefits, the technology is boosting women’s income and confidence while challenging traditional gender norms, writes IWMI's Tanmoy Bhaduri.
Publications
October-November research journal roundup
A roundup of IWMI research produced during October and November 2023.
Features
Pakistan Water Week 2023 addresses transformative pathways for water and food systems
With water and food security becoming urgent priorities, Pakistan Water Week convened to explore opportunities for research, innovation and collective action.
Blogs
Navigating the future of irrigation in Ethiopia: Public-private partnerships for small-scale irrigation development and management
Advancing irrigation development through public-private partnership has the potential to increase agricultural output, enhanced food and nutrition security, and potentially lift millions out of poverty.
Features
Engaging youth in agripreneurship calls for a shift in the “dirty” industry mindset
Researchers highlight multiple challenges to growing young people's interest in agriculture as a source of livelihoods in Malawi.
Features
Water and food systems ready to roll out climate-resilient solutions
A ministerial dialogue and a new global partnership at COP28 signal commitment to integrate water and food systems — for both adaptation and mitigation — in national climate plans.
Videos
COP28 Head of Delegation statement by IWMI Director General Mark Smith
IWMI director general Mark Smith delivers the Head of Delegation statement to the COP28 Plenary on December 9, 2023, during the High-Level Segment for Observers.
Press releases
IWMI and WFP to start new partnership for food, land and water security in fragile communities
The CGIAR FCM Innovation Accelerator will scale climate-smart, private-sector solutions.
Features
Think again: The climate conference does not only last for two weeks
To be effective, COP requires months of groundwork, continued support to negotiators, measuring progress and action for sustainable development.
In the media
IWMI and CGIAR’s NEXUS Gains Initiative to build sustainable strategy to address water shortage in Pakistan
IWMI and IFPRI, through the CGIAR's NEXUS Gains Initiative, are undertaking a comprehensive strategy to address low water productivity in Pakistan.
Blogs
Reviving Ghana’s green belt
The fight for Ghanian forests requires a blend of science, local wisdom, and collaborative action.
News
Annual Report 2022 launched
In 2022, IWMI worked to support the water systems that underpin food security.
Videos
Cairo Water Week 2023: Advancing water resilience and climate action
The sixth edition of Cairo Water Week successfully concluded with record participation by IWMI.
In the media
IWMI at Cairo Water Week
Talk show "Akher Al Nahar" aired a report on Cairo Water Week featuring Youssef Brouziyne, the IWMI Regional Representative in MENA.
News
COP28 Water Pavilion launches official website, a hub for global water solutions
IWMI is a partner in the Water Pavilion and a member of the 2023 Steering Committee.
Videos
The Climate and Us
This brand-new series explores solutions to some of the most pressing climate and health challenges.
In the media
IWMI, IFPRI to transform Indus Basin for Sustainable Development Goals
IWMI and IFPRI have joined forces to transform food, land, and water systems in the Indus Basin, aiming to enhance water productivity and advance SDGs.
In the media
Solarising Nepal’s irrigation canals
Solarizing Nepal’s extensive irrigation canals offers huge advantages including improved irrigation reliability, higher crop production, greater farm income and improved food and nutritional security, according to IWMI researchers.
News
IWMI participates in key global dialogue processes for water and food security in Rome
Researchers contributed to global policy discussions during the Rome Water Dialogue and the Committee on World Food Security, both hosted by FAO in October.
Blogs
Valuing Egypt’s scarce agricultural water
IWMI, an active partner, contributed to the conversation about adopting integrated policies for water productivity at the sixth edition of Cairo Water Week.