Youth Participation in Water Security – Examples from South East Asia Read more about Youth Participation in Water Security – Examples from South East Asia This presentation gave an overview of ADB's Youth for Asia, and discussed youth engagement in various ADB projects and activities.
Julienne Roux Keywords water security Global Water Partnership GWP Read more about Julienne Roux Julienne Roux focuses on the Global Water Partnership (GWP's) global programmes on the ‘Water – Energy – Food – Ecosystems Nexus’ and youth engagement, in addition to supporting GWP's Regional Water Partnerships in West Africa and Central Africa. She has 15 years of experience working in water resources management and on the interconnections between agriculture and water.
Risks to Resilience Read more about Risks to Resilience This presentation discussed the climate risks and water security issues in the Maldives. It also outlined the direction that the government is taking to enhance coastal resilience, tourism adaptation, coral rehabilitation, and human health.
ADB at World Water Week 2019 Read more about ADB at World Water Week 2019 World Water Week (WWW) is the annual forum focused on transforming global water challenges. Organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) since 1991, it gathers over 3,300 people from more than 130 countries, representing influential, innovative, and dynamic organizations, leaders, and professionals working on policy, research, and other concrete solutions to water, environmental, and development challenges. The theme for each World Water Week often builds on the UN’s World Water Day theme.
A Blueprint to Strengthen the Resilience of Our World's Rivers Read more about A Blueprint to Strengthen the Resilience of Our World's Rivers Dr. Eva Abal, CEO of the International RiverFoundation (IRF), discussed the IRF's efforts to partner with organizations around the world to develop an International Resilient Rivers Blueprint. This will enable rivers to recover quickly from disturbances, ensure water security, and contribute to poverty reduction.
Sachin D Shah Keywords water security socioeconomics environmental justice Read more about Sachin D Shah Water resources leader with experience in policy, hydrology, international development, and civic innovation. Build collaborations with government, NGOs, and international organizations to use water and socioeconomic data for improving water management decisions.
ADB: Key Issues in Urban Sector Read more about ADB: Key Issues in Urban Sector To address key urban challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, ADB is committed to promoting water security and urban mobility, as well as strengthening climate change resilience and institutional effectiveness. This presentation discusses ADB’s work in the urban sector and areas of focus.
Renovation of Shihmen Reservoir for Sustainability Read more about Renovation of Shihmen Reservoir for Sustainability Taipe,China experiences several water challenges. It has a young fragile geology vulnerable to frequent earthquakes. It has many high mountains with steep river slopes. In addition, it has uneven rainfall distribution and experiences frequent typhoons. The government renovated the Shihmen Reservoir, along with other reservoirs, to address these challenges and efficiently manage its water supply.
Integrated Hydrological Analysis Platform for Flood Prevention Design and Water Resource Development Read more about Integrated Hydrological Analysis Platform for Flood Prevention Design and Water Resource Development Reducing risks from disasters such as floods is crucial, especially in areas vulnerable to frequent typhoons. In Taipe,China, a basin-based platform integrating hydrology, hydraulics, water resource planning, and a database system is currently being used not only to prevent floods and to provide an early warning system, but also to develop water resources.
Distinguished Water Leaders Series: Oyun Sanjaasuren Read more about Distinguished Water Leaders Series: Oyun Sanjaasuren In this learning event, Dr. Oyun Sanjaasuren presented the global and regional water risks and challenges we face today through 2030 and shared how they can be addressed through partnerships for water resource management at the country, regional, and global levels. She cited the the impact of Global Water Partnership (GWP) efforts from 1996 to 2016 and her own experience in forging water partnerships for water resource management in her own country, Mongolia, as illustrative examples. Dr.