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Launched on 2 June 2026, the 50@50 city heat-action initiative brought together more than 50 cities around practical preparedness measures including green space, water fountains, cooling centers, early warnings, shade, and reflective design. A dozen cities are expected to conduct extreme-heat stress tests, depending on
Read analysisC4T GROUNDWORK, published on 3 July 2026, offers tailored technical assistance to public authorities implementing Cohesion Policy sustainability investments. Eligible areas include climate adaptation, water management, circular economy, biodiversity, and green infrastructure. With applications closing on 11 September
Read analysisBetween 7 and 10 July 2026, Chile’s Scientific Advisory Committee on Climate Change presented four reports covering health, circular economy, the water-energy-food nexus, and the ocean-climate-biodiversity nexus. They are intended to inform updates to Chile’s nationally determined contribution and Long-Term Climate
Read analysisUzbekistan’s 2024–2030 public-private partnership program targets at least US$30 billion across infrastructure sectors, including water supply and sanitation. The OECD’s 2024–2025 national water dialogue identifies cost recovery, fragmented regulation, institutional complexity, data gaps, and provider finances as
Read analysisAdopted after the African Water Forum meeting on 15–16 July 2026, the N’Djamena Declaration calls for Water Compacts connecting investment priorities, reforms, financing needs, partner contributions, and coordination. Its implementation model links budgets with indicators, periodic review, and results reporting, with
Read analysisGrowing populations and climate variability increase pressure on wastewater systems and freshwater supplies. Advanced Water Recycling (AWR) helps utilities recover water resources while reducing environmental impacts and supporting long-term water security. This…
Read analysisPumped Hydropower Energy Storage (PHES) helps electricity systems manage the growing share of renewable generation by storing excess energy for later use. The approach improves grid flexibility without consuming water in closed-loop…
Read analysisWater utilities face growing pressure from aging infrastructure, rising demand, and increasing water losses. Smart Water Meters (SWM) improve visibility across distribution systems and provide customers with timely information that supports efficient…
Read analysisUrban stormwater systems face growing pressure from flooding, urbanisation, and increasing demand for alternative water supplies. Stormwater Recycling captures, treats, and reuses runoff that would otherwise discharge into waterways, while supporting flood…
Read analysisUrban Agriculture (UA) supports local food production while increasing demand for efficient water management in densely developed areas. Water conservation measures help gardens balance productivity with responsible resource use and strengthen long-term…
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