Hassan Tolba Aboelnga
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Beyond incrementalism: How to leapfrog global water security
Co-written by Dr. Cecilia Tortajada, School of Social and Environmental Sustainability, University of Glasgow, Glasgow and Lead Member of the Water Security Task Force at the Inter…
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Ripples of resilience: Navigating the urban water security nexus in Mediterranean cities
In a significant stride towards addressing the critical issue of urban water security in the Mediterranean region, a groundbreaking study titled: "Nexus Assessment of Urban Water Security in the Mediterranean Region: A Case Study of Beirut, Lebanon" has taken center stage at the esteemed 4th Global Water Security Issues Series, organized by UNESCO and the […]
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From drip to stream: transforming intermittent water supply into a 24X7 supply
Water, the essence of life, has long been an indispensable resource that sustains every aspect of our existence. However, for many communities around the world, the availability of clean and reliable water remains an elusive dream. The prevailing practice of intermittent water supply, characterized by erratic access and limited availability, poses significant challenges to human […]
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Measuring the quality of drinking water
Measuring the quality of drinking water is important as it directly affects public health. However, relying on just index to decide whether to drink tap water or not in your country may be misleading as there are various factors that can affect water quality. The Environmental Performance Index (EPI) is published by the Yale University. […]
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From talk to action: new paradigm for shared water
Around 10,000 participants from different parts of the world gathered at the UN 2023 Water Conference to discuss urgent action needed to address the global water crisis and ensure water security for all. Over 700 commitments were generated towards achieving a water-secure world by accelerating progress across all Sustainable Development Goals. The commitments are now part of the Water Action Agenda, and the global community is determined to address water challenges through a more coordinated and results-driven approach, including the appointment of a Special Envoy on Water.
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The 5’Cs to put farmers at the forefront of nature-based solutions and climate adaptation
Farmers around the world are facing unprecedented challenges due to climate change and other environmental factors that are affecting agricultural productivity and livelihoods. Egypt in particular has a rich history of agriculture that dates back thousands of years to the ancient Egyptians, who developed a complex and sophisticated system of farming that relied on natural […]
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Strengthening the science-policy interface for improved integrated water resources management
The growing focus on water security and climate change offer a significant opportunity for integrated water resources management (IWRM) among science and policy communities. IWRM aims to support countries in their efforts to tackle specific water challenges and accelerate progress towards SDG 6.5 (IWRM), which contributes to a range of water-related SDGs and climate objectives. […]
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Urban Water Security Working Group at IWRA: cities running out of water and urban water security
This article has been written by Hassan Aboelnga (Chair of Urban Water Security Working Group) and Jan Hofman (Co-Chair of Urban Water Security Working Group).
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Rethinking MENA water security & SDGs: How did water shape the past & how will it shape the future
Water crisis, extreme weather events, and failure of climate change adaptation continue to be ranked in the top 10 global risks for business continuity and growth especially for the Middle East and North Africa, the most water scarce region in the world. The Synthesis Report that UN- Water released last year to inform the review […]
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