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Today, the Pacific Institute is proud to launch an ambitious new strategic plan through 2026. As climate change radically intensifies our water challenges, the strategy focuses on one thing: accelerating the global transformation to water resilience. See the plan here: https://lnkd.in/gWXYnHXV We’re also thrilled to announce a $1 million gift from our Board Chair Sally Liu to expand our global impact through 2030 by jumpstarting a fundraising effort. Read the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gkd3Tban “The Pacific Institute is uniquely positioned to catalyze the transformation to water resilience,” said Liu. “I invite others to support this critical work at this critical time—by investing in the organization at the epicenter of water resilience solutions so deeply needed.” What’s new? First, we’re focused on four Impact Areas with outsized potential for accelerating action: ? Water Equity ? Water Efficiency & Reuse ? Nature-Based Solutions ? Corporate Water Stewardship Second, we are expanding efforts to accelerate implementation of water resilience solutions by companies, governments, frontline communities, and other levers of change. We’ll also increase our focus on unlocking systems-level opportunities to scale solutions by engaging with networks and informing and influencing policy. We’re so grateful to step into the next phase of the journey toward 2030 with hundreds of amazing collaborators, partners, philanthropists, and supporters. Hear from some of them, including Sanda Ojiambo of the United Nations Global Compact, John Matthews of Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA), Vedika Bhandarkar of Water.org, J. Carl Ganter of Circle of Blue, Tony Stayner, Sanjeev Chadha, Felicia Marcus & Todd Reeve of Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) in this video. Care to join us on the journey to solve the water crisis? Learn more about how you can help the Pacific Institute accelerate action on water resilience: https://lnkd.in/gcny7xBn #WaterResilience2030 Jason Morrison | Peter Gleick | Heather Cooley | Amanda Bielawski, PhD | Nicole Wickenhauser | Pete Stanga | Davide Coppola | European Space Agency - ESA |?Naabia Ofosu-Amaah | The Nature Conservancy | George McGraw | DigDeep | Christophe Beck | Emilio Tenuta |?Betsy Taylor LiKEN Knowledge | Nicole Lampe | Water Hub | Adrian Sym | Bob Wilkenson | Andrew Faalund | Kate Gasner | Olivier Marie | John Thacher | Paul Traina | Marielle Villar Martiney | Gavin Power | Jennifer Schorsch | Michelle McGill

On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and leadership of women across the globe. Access to clean, reliable water is essential for all, but its scarcity disproportionately affects women and girls, particularly in water-stressed communities. In?this blog post, the CEO Water Mandate explores how collective action in water stewardship can empower women, improve their health, and strengthen their communities. By addressing water insecurity, we’re breaking down barriers and opening up new opportunities for women to thrive. As a bonus, this is good for business! https://lnkd.in/gMVGwkrW The Women + Water Collaborative has grown since the blog was posted last year, see what is new here:?https://lnkd.in/gjC-gsZm #WomensDay2025 #WaterResilience #WaterStewardship #CollectiveAction #Sustainability #CEOWaterMandate WaterAid | United Nations Global Compact

The Pacific Institute’s monthly newsletter presents our latest updates in #WaterResilience. Subscribe to get first access straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/g2V4GQVd

By 2030, the demand for fresh water may outstrip supply by 40%. The Pacific Institute's strategic plan, running through 2026, is focused on ensuring that people, nature, and economies have the water they need to thrive. Learn more in our Theory of Change and our full Strategic Plan: https://lnkd.in/gWXYnHXV #WaterResilience2030

The world's most influential media outlets frequently turn to the Pacific Institute to provide expert, science-based insights on water challenges and solutions. Check out some of the highlights: https://lnkd.in/geT6Rk5H #WaterResilience

According to the US Billion Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters database, the frequency of floods causing over $1 billion in damages has risen by 216% since the 1980s. The data is clear – the frequency and severity of catastrophic flooding events caused by climate change are rising throughout the US, and many rural communities are at high risk. For example, Eastern Kentucky has faced multiple catastrophic floods in recent years, causing widespread devastation and loss of life. The most recent of these events just occurred this month.? ? New Pacific Institute blog written by Researchers Becky Anderson and Dr. Shannon McNeeley breaks down the climate change footprint of catastrophic flooding in rural areas of the US with a special focus on Eastern Kentucky. In doing so, they highlight the negative effects of extreme flooding and the unique challenges faced by rural communities. Catastrophic flooding can disrupt rural access to water and sanitation systems in numerous ways through power & water outages, contamination of water sources, sewage overflows, and more. ? ? Leveraging rural communities’ existing strengths is essential for building #resilience and effectively preparing for severe weather and climate events.? ? Read the full blog: https://lnkd.in/gUG7bNnP ? #WaterClimateEquity #WaterAccessForAll

An innovative Pacific Institute study estimates that the total stormwater runoff generated from Los Angeles County public school campuses is approximately 3.15 billion gallons (9,510 acre-feet) per year. Of this amount, about 2.04 billion gallons (6,190 acre-feet) per year could potentially be captured to augment water supplies. Download the full report to explore detailed insights and actionable recommendations for creating greener, more #resilient school environments ?? https://lnkd.in/gUr-25rr #RethinkRunoff

A heartfelt thank you to the leaders who joined us at the #WaterResilienceCoalition CEO Circle Meeting during the World Economic Forum in Davos. Your commitment to building a water-resilient future is truly inspiring. Water scarcity poses a growing risk to businesses, communities, and ecosystems worldwide. That’s why the Water Resilience Coalition is committed to achieving net positive water impact in 100 priority basins globally—a goal that requires bold leadership and collective action. The Water Resilience Coalition is an industry-driven, CEO-led initiative dedicated to tackling the global water crisis. As part of the #CEOWaterMandate, a partnership between the United Nations Global Compact and Pacific Institute, we are uniting businesses to drive real impact where it matters most. Together, we can secure a water-resilient future for all. Join us. https://lnkd.in/dwh3s_n #WaterResilience #WEF25 #SustainableBusiness #NetPositiveWater #CollectiveAction

Did you know that the United States has approximately 59.5 million acre-feet per year of urban stormwater runoff potential? This is equivalent to an annual average of more than 53 billion gallons per day. Learn more in the Pacific Institute study #UntappedWaterPotential, conducted in partnership with 2NDNATURE: https://lnkd.in/gtaeAarw The report is part of the Pacific Institute’s ongoing research advancing #WaterEfficiency and #WaterReuse strategies to build water resilience in the United States and globally. #RethinkRunoff

March 13,?Dr. Peter Gleick, Pacific Institute Senior Fellow and Co-Founder, will give the keynote address at the Loyola University Chicago’s 2025 Climate Change Conference. The conference’s theme, “Shifting Waters: Water Security and the Emerging Water Crisis,” will explore strategies for developing solutions to the water crisis. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTUtwNx