2030 Water Resources Group

At 2030 Water Resources Group, we’re deepening our collaboration with governments, businesses, and civil society to build sustainable solutions. Our refreshed strategy paves the way for greater impact through three core pillars: ?? Water for Food – Advancing climate-smart irrigation and sustainable food production ?? Water for Planet – Expanding wastewater treatment and reuse for a healthier environment ??? Water for Cities – Building resilient, water-secure cities and regional systems Watch this video to learn more about how our refreshed strategy strengthens our commitment to #watersecurity: https://lnkd.in/dpmyv95k #2030WRG #Partnerships4Water

Congratulations to the Government of Kenya Ministry of Water and Sanitation on launch of its ambitious National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan(NISIP) to increase equipped irrigation to 1.7 million acres. On behalf of the The World Bank I made following statement to the media.??

?? Water is Life—no matter the language!?? #WorldWaterDay?

?? Smart #WaterManagement = more food with less water waste.?Sustainably expanding irrigation can increase harvests, improve livelihoods, and lower food prices. Investing in water security is an investment in economic resilience, productivity, and a sustainable future for all. On World Water Day, we emphasize the importance of smarter water management to sustain our economies, ecosystems, and communities. #WorldWaterDay????

Water is the foundation of a livable planet. ?? Our water systems are under growing stress, with over 2 billion people still lacking safe drinking water. This crisis impacts economic growth, public health, and the environment, making water security more urgent than ever.? ? At the The World Bank Group with support from Global Water Security and Sanitation Partnership, we’re accelerating efforts to secure water for people, food, and the planet - because the facts are clear:? - 27 trillion cubic meters of natural water storage have been lost in the past 50 years.? - 1 in 10 people live in countries facing severe water shortages.? - By 2040, 1 in 4 children will experience water scarcity. ? ? The time to act is now. Investing in smarter, more resilient water systems is key to tackling this crisis and ensuring a water-secure future for all. Read this blog by Saroj Kumar Jha https://lnkd.in/dtaZ_6bx #WorldWaterDay?

?? Water is not just a resource; it’s the foundation of economies, health, and food security. In the face of a growing water crisis, The World Bank Group is committed to securing water for all and reducing risks.?This #WorldWaterDay, we emphasize the importance of smart water management and innovation to ensure sustainable water use.

??Tomorrow is #WorldWaterDay. Learn how our partnership with the city of Izmir in #Türkiye has helped the city improve water quality and services, while having a positive impact on wildlife and biodiversity????.?? ? Over the past decade, a long-term partnership has developed between Izmir and IFC - International Finance Corporation, providing the city with access to more than $400 million from a group of lenders to finance several municipal projects. Read the story: https://wrld.bg/spM150QYpL5?#IFCWater #IFCCities IFC Europe

Congratulations to the Government of Kenya, the Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and?Irrigation?and Kenya's State Department of Irrigation (SDI) on the official launch of the National?Irrigation?Sector Investment Plan (NISIP) today. NISIP is a strategic 10-year plan aimed to transform Kenya's agricultural landscape by expanding irrigation to 1 million acres by 2035, driving food security, economic resilience, and sustainable farming practices. The initiative paves the way for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors for scalable irrigation solutions and enhanced agricultural practices in the country, thereby boosting yields, creating jobs across the agricultural value chain, and empowering smallholder farmers to scale their operations. The World Bank Water and 2030 Water Resources Group are proud to have worked with the government and partners to develop NISIP and support #Kenya in shifting its approach to resilient irrigation expansion. Saroj Kumar Jha, Amal Talbi, Pieter Waalewijn, Francis Ghesquiere, Pascaline Wanjiku Ndungu, David Gachui Wanyoike, Johnstone Mainya, Mekuria Tafesse, Michael John Webster

Water security will not be possible without water reuse. This was a key message from The World Bank Water Global Director, Saroj Kumar Jha, during his keynote at the International Water Association’s Conference on Water Reclamation and Reuse in Cape Town, #SouthAfrica. He emphasized that significantly scaling water reuse for domestic and industrial sectors over the next decade will require a substantial increase in capacity, driven by bold policy shifts, innovative financing, and strong stakeholder collaboration. The conference brought together experts from around the world to explore how policy, technology, and community engagement can accelerate large-scale water reuse in response to the escalating global water crisis. This article from South African media, Daily Maverick, delves deeper into this critical conversation:?https://lnkd.in/dYkafj7r #2030WRG #WaterReuse #WaterSecurity #Partnerships4Water Michael John Webster, Global Water Security and Sanitation Partnership

Water is the backbone of #Bangladesh’s textile and leather industries, but sustainable water management is essential to securing their long-term growth. To pave the way, 2030 Water Resources Group (WRG) recently brought together key stakeholders in Dhaka to advance scalable water reuse solutions. The dialogue convened leading factories, brands, business associations, public agencies, academia, and development partners to build a collaborative ecosystem for action. Discussions centered on establishing a functional Alliance to coordinate efforts, designing incentive mechanisms to accelerate industry adoption, leveraging AI and IoT for data validation to support informed decision-making, and scaling investments with proven ROI to ensure sustainability. Bangladesh has a unique opportunity to transform its water management approach, driving economic growth, strengthening industries, and setting a global standard for sustainability. WRG is proud to lead this effort, driving collective action for a water-secure future. #2030WRG #WaterReuse #WaterSecurity #Partnerships4Water Mahady Hassan, Syeda Sitwat, Dr. Emdadul Haque, Michael John Webster