Artificial intelligence (AI)

IWMI is at the forefront of applying artificial intelligence (AI) to transform how water is understood, managed and governed. By improving the availability and accessibility of water data and strengthening institutional capacity, IWMI uses AI to make water management more efficient and inclusive. These technologies can identify patterns invisible to the human eye, forecast future conditions and adapt dynamically to changing realities, providing decision-makers with powerful insights to guide sustainable resource use. 

AI also helps translate complex data into meaningful information that anyone can understand. From skilled researchers to local water managers, users can interact with AI tools in their own language to visualize data, generate analyses and quickly develop responses to emerging water challenges. This not only saves time but also democratizes access to knowledge, allowing people at every level to act swiftly and confidently toward sustainable water futures. 

Contacts

Mariangel Garcia Andarcia

Mariangel Garcia Andarcia

Research Group Leader – Water Futures Data and Analytics
Ian Overton

Ian Overton

Acting Director – Water Data Science / Country Manager – Sri Lanka

Projects on this topic

Latest news on this topic

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Latest publications on this topic

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WaterCopilot: a water management AI virtual assistant for the Limpopo River Basin Digital Twin – user guide V0 202410

International Water Management Institute (IWMI). CGIAR Initiative on Digital Innovation | December 30th, 2024
Vickneswaran, Keerththanan; Retief, H.; Padilha, R.; Dickens, Chris; Silva, Paulo; Ghosh, Surajit; Garcia Andarcia, Mariangel
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WaterCopilot: a water management AI virtual assistant for the Limpopo River Basin Digital Twin – technical guide

International Water Management Institute (IWMI). CGIAR Initiative on Digital Innovation | December 30th, 2024
Vickneswaran, Keerththanan; Retief, H.; Padilha, R.; Dickens, Chris; Silva, Paulo; Garcia Andarcia, Mariangel
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Limpopo River Basin Digital Twin Open Data Cube Catalog

International Water Management Institute; CGIAR Initiative on Digital Innovation | December 4th, 2024
Afham, Abdul; Silva, Paulo; Ghosh, Surajit; Kiala, Zolo; Retief, H.; Dickens, Chris; Garcia Andarcia, Mariangel
Open Access