TransPath Project

Our recent #TransPath India workshop offered invaluable lessons on driving meaningful change in complex socio-ecological systems. We revisited the project’s central goal: developing and refining policy analysis and design approaches that support proactive, adaptive, and jointly managed transformation pathways. Achieving this demands sector-wide collaboration and a deep understanding of how various actors experience climate challenges—and how these experiences relate to realizing transformative, sustainable outcomes. Key issues emerged, particularly concerning wetlands: environmental degradation, informal urbanization encroaching on natural resources, socio-political complexities, agricultural abandonment, and the gradual loss of biocultural heritage. To address these, we must co-create transformative narratives—spaces that nurture reframing, reflexivity, and participatory action research. Equally critical is acknowledging the role of emotional awareness and imagination in building agency and sparking innovative solutions. The workshop also highlighted the importance of science communication in today’s interconnected world. Researchers gained skills in leveraging social media, photography, blogs, and podcasts to more effectively share insights and influence policy and public opinion. Our field visits enriched our understanding. An ethnic village stood as a model of ecological stewardship—clean pathways, waste segregation points, and thriving tea farms underscored the community’s sustainable practices. Observing raw silk production reminded us of silk’s economic and cultural significance in India. The majestic Brahmaputra River and Kaziranga National Park demonstrated the region’s rich biodiversity and the urgent need for balanced, inclusive development. Together, these experiences reinforce our commitment to collaborative learning, integrated policy approaches, and powerful storytelling to guide transformational change for a resilient and sustainable future. #TransformativePathways #SciComm #WaterPathways IHE Delft Institute for Water Education IHE Delft Water and Development Partnership Programme TransPath Project

We are in Assam, India! We're excited to kick off the TransPath India Workshop, a key part of the ongoing five-year project led by IHE-Delft (Netherlands) and IIT Guwahati (India)., The project aims to explore water transformation pathways through global collaboration. After a successful inception workshop in the Netherlands in 2022 and a critical second gathering in Mexico, which helped shape our methodology and approaches, this workshop in India brings together experts and researchers to dive deeper into case studies, policy analysis, and shared challenges. PhDs, post-docs, and other participants will engage in visionary walks and informal discussions to foster co-creation of ideas and solutions for transformative water management. Looking forward to a productive and insightful event! Stay tuned ?? IHE Delft Institute for Water Education

We had an incredible field visit to Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, India. This untouched natural wonder spans 42,996 hectares and is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including the iconic one-horned rhinoceros, tigers, elephants, and more. It's a prime example of how effective conservation can revive endangered species and protect vital ecosystems. What we can learn from Kaziranga is the importance of preserving floodplains and wetlands, as these ecosystems sustain both wildlife and local communities. By protecting natural habitats, we can ensure biodiversity thrives while maintaining ecological balance. ?? Sumit Vij #Transpath #WaterPathways #sustainability #Wetlands #ProtectedAreas #TransformationPathways IHE Delft Institute for Water Education

We are in Assam, India! We're excited to kick off the TransPath India Workshop, a key part of the ongoing five-year project led by IHE-Delft (Netherlands) and IIT Guwahati (India)., The project aims to explore water transformation pathways through global collaboration. After a successful inception workshop in the Netherlands in 2022 and a critical second gathering in Mexico, which helped shape our methodology and approaches, this workshop in India brings together experts and researchers to dive deeper into case studies, policy analysis, and shared challenges. PhDs, post-docs, and other participants will engage in visionary walks and informal discussions to foster co-creation of ideas and solutions for transformative water management. Looking forward to a productive and insightful event! Stay tuned ?? IHE Delft Institute for Water Education

This blog is a part of our work under #TransPath project where we look at the impact of infrastructure on local livelihoods. While such development are needed but it is also important to ensure that evryone benifits from such interventions by making it inclusive! Thanks to Jaya Shukla Gitima Das and Mijo luke for writing this !

The construction of a new 19-kilometer bridge between Dhubri and Phulbari—expected to be the longest bridge over a river in India—marks a monumental shift in the region’s transportation and trade dynamics. Yet, this development also raises concerns, particularly for Dhubri's local boat traders, who fear that the new bridge could render their traditional livelihoods obsolete. While the bridge may lead to shorter travel times and increased accessibility, it could also shift trade away from river routes, undermining the boat trade that has sustained local families for generations. For Dhubri's development to be truly inclusive, it is crucial to ensure that vulnerable communities like local boat traders are not left behind. And how can this be achieved? Read the full blog here: ????https://bit.ly/47BfamF #BrahmaputraRiverBasin #WaterPathways #Transformingwaterpathways #WaterStories #Transpath #Dhubri #Phulbari #IndiaNode #Boat #BoatTrader #RiverPathways #Sustainability IHE Delft Institute for Water Education IHE Delft Water and Development Partnership Programme

The construction of a new 19-kilometer bridge between Dhubri and Phulbari—expected to be the longest bridge over a river in India—marks a monumental shift in the region’s transportation and trade dynamics. Yet, this development also raises concerns, particularly for Dhubri's local boat traders, who fear that the new bridge could render their traditional livelihoods obsolete. While the bridge may lead to shorter travel times and increased accessibility, it could also shift trade away from river routes, undermining the boat trade that has sustained local families for generations. For Dhubri's development to be truly inclusive, it is crucial to ensure that vulnerable communities like local boat traders are not left behind. And how can this be achieved? Read the full blog here: ????https://bit.ly/47BfamF #BrahmaputraRiverBasin #WaterPathways #Transformingwaterpathways #WaterStories #Transpath #Dhubri #Phulbari #IndiaNode #Boat #BoatTrader #RiverPathways #Sustainability IHE Delft Institute for Water Education IHE Delft Water and Development Partnership Programme

What’s in the future for Sudan's #Gezira Irrigation Scheme? Join our event, held under the slogan ‘Harvesting insights to cultivate the future.’ Mark your calendar! 27 August 2024, 10:00–12:00 CEST The Sudanese IHE Delft alumni Dalal Siddig, Fatima Mohamed, Igbal Ali, Mahmoud Ahmed and Razan Gamal will present transformative visions for the Gezira Irrigation Scheme, in Sudan. The event also features a discussion on the future of the #irrigation scheme in the context of the current #conflict and beyond. If operated optimally, the irrigation scheme could feed #Sudan and other countries. Location: IHE Delft & online ??To register or watch the #livestream, please see here: https://edu.nl/w7cr8

Transformation is more than just change; it's about achieving justice, equality, and sustainability through systemic shifts.?Our goal is to reshape how we manage water by fostering learning and developing policy analysis tools, planning approaches, and adaptive management strategies. Last year in Mexico, we held our inaugural workshop exhibition which saw water management experts from around the world discuss the concept of transformation in water management. The workshop emphasized the importance of collaboration and stakeholder engagement in the transformative process. Watch the full video here: ????https://bit.ly/3WukjrL IHE Delft Institute for Water Education IHE Delft Water and Development Partnership Programme Egerton University InfoNile #Water #TransformationPathways #WaterPathways #Wetlands #Conservation #WaterSustainability #Mexico #WaterPolicies #Transpath #Rivers #Lakes

How can journalists report on the Nile River in a way that shows the importance and complexity of the river's impact on its basin - including all people, animals and plants who depend on the river? The journalists involved in InfoNile, an IHE Delft-supported project, show how it can be done. Their multimedia #storytelling backed up by #data recently earned them a Covering Climate Now Journalism Award. Other winners include Reuters News Agency, BBC News and IndiaSpend. Media coverage of climate-related matters help people around the world understand climate change. What's your favourite source of climate-related news?