Global Commission on the Economics of Water

The global #watercrisis is not merely a matter of scarcity — it's a challenge rooted in economics! ? Find out why through a visually immersive narrative website showcasing GCEW's new #EconomicsOfWater report. Beginning with the disruption of the global hydrological cycle, the website features stunning interactive visuals that illustrate how human actions are intensifying water scarcity, food insecurity and social vulnerability across the globe. The report also presents a novel set of pathways for transformation that could change the way we think about sustainability and building resilience. ???https://bit.ly/3ziFncU

"Only with a new economic mindset can governments value, govern and finance water in a way that drives the transformation we need," highlighted our Co-Chair Mariana Mazzucato at the launch of the #EconomicsOfWater report. Explore the report ?? https://buff.ly/3IhhSCO

#COP29 has ended and the Global Commission on the Economics of Water is reflecting back on #WaterDay ? Emerging as a true highlight, was the event "New Water Economics for Climate Action throughout the Rio Conventions, towards UN 2026 - valuing the hydrological cycle as a #globalcommongood" hosted by the #GCEW, in collaboration with the Benelux-EIB Pavilion. ? GCEW Commissioners Naoko Ishii, Elizabeth Wathuti , O.G.W and Ma Jun reflected on what the GCEW report findings mean for governing the water cycle as a global common good, intergenerational action and data-related challenges. ? Inviting His Excellency Riaz Hamidullah, Dr. Amgad Elmahdi Jerker Tamelander, Jesus Alquezar and Daniel Themen on stage, this dynamic panel discussed the intrinsic linkages between the hydrological cycle and climate change and the actions needed in terms of finance, economics, governance, and policy mixes to advance the international #WaterAgenda. ? Did you miss the session? Do not worry, you can find the full recording of the event here?New Water Economics for Climate Action throughout the Rio Conventions, towards UN 2026. https://bit.ly/3ZkWm8I

How do vapour and rain connect communities and continents? Atmospheric moisture flows carry water from one country to another, across continents and oceans. Deforestation, agricultural or urban expansion in one area can disrupt rainfall in another. Discover more in our #EconomicsOfWater report: https://buff.ly/3BJAlXS

We are proud to stand alongside our commissioner, Liz Wathuti, in her inspiring call to action. ???? As she so eloquently reminds us, water is at the heart of life, ecosystems, and sustainable development. At the Global Commission on the Economics of Water, we believe in recognizing water as a vital common good and addressing the global water crisis with urgency and collective action. Let’s join hands to champion innovative solutions, equitable access, and sustainable management of our planet’s most precious resource. Together, we can make a difference for people and the planet. ??? #EconomicsOfWater #ClimateAction #WaterForAll https://buff.ly/4i1T3uC

??Managing water is more than a local matter. The ultimate aim of global water governance is to forge a Global Water Pact by uniting all sectors and voices in a collaborative effort. #EconomicsOfWater: The water cycle presents a shared challenge requiring collective action ?? https://buff.ly/3IhhSCO

To unlock #wateraction, we must embark on a systematic effort to collect data that is comprehensive, high quality, timely, interoperable and publicly accessible ???? We need #waterdata to transform how we value and govern water: https://buff.ly/3IhhSCO #EconomicsOfWater

Our Co-Chair Johan Rockstr?m, Director,?PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Tania Strauss, Head, Food and Water,?World Economic Forum, share seven facts about the global #watercrisis and water resilience that #COP29 leaders should know, as highlighted in our #EconomicsOfWater report: https://bit.ly/4i3wkOD #COP29Azerbaijan

We need greater investments to conserve both blue and green water and scale up innovations for more efficient water use across agriculture, industry, mining, and other sectors that are critical for stabilising the water cycle. Learn how our new #EconomicsOfWater report can help ?? https://buff.ly/3IhhSCO

?? Symbiotic, just partnerships between the public and private actors are vital for delivering efficient, equitable, and environmentally sustainable water solutions. Read more in our #EconomicsOfWater report: https://buff.ly/3IhhSCO