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International Mother Earth Day: 22 April 2024
When Mother Earth sends us a message
From extreme heat and rising sea levels to biodiversity loss and pollution, Mother Earth is in peril and making a clear call to action - a need to…
Striving for Water Equity in the Navajo Nation
The residents of the Navajo Nation, amidst Arizona's picturesque landscapes, embody the Navajo people's deep connection with their ancestral land. However, despite the serene environment, a…
Redefining the Natural Water Towers: The Overlooked Lifelines of Africa
Africa faces significant challenges related to water scarcity, with its vast population having access to a fraction of the world's freshwater resources. Despite this, the continent is home to…
NCA5 Report on Climate Change and Its Consequences in the U.S.
The Fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5) report, mandated by the Global Change Research Act of 1990, presents a grim picture of the escalating impacts of human-caused climate change in the…
The Rise and Fall of the Garamantian Empire: A Hydrological Odyssey in the Sahara Desert
In a world where the Sahara Desert is known for its scant rainfall and scorching temperatures, the ancient Garamantian Empire stands out as an exceptional case.
Research presented at…
World Food Day 2023
Water is life, water is food.Leave no one behind.
World Food Day is one of the most celebrated days of the UN calendar, promoting worldwide awareness of hunger and promoting action…
GWI and the Byrd Center are Seeking an Ohio State Student to Coordinate the Water and Climate Collective
The Global Water Institute is teaming up with the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center to propel our student initiative, the Water and Climate Collective, to the next level. We are looking for…
World Water Week 2023
Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise WorldWorld Water Week 2023, the preeminent global conference addressing water-related issues, took place this week from August 20th…
America's Water Crisis
The United States faces significant freshwater challenges due to pollution, population growth, climate change, and engineering. While only 2.5% of Earth's water is freshwater, nearly all is…