Global Water Forum

1 month ago | globalwaterforum.org | David Salt

Joshua Matanzima, The University of Queensland, AustraliaAt Lake Kariba, scientific methods are dominant when it comes to the conservation of natural resources. Yet, there is scope for the incorporation of local cultural methods when it comes to water conservation. Unfortunately, these are downplayed. Furthermore, little effort is being put in place to teach local school children and youths about existing cultural conservation methods and their importance.

2 months ago | globalwaterforum.org | David Salt

Semanur Coskun (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Türkiye), Abdullah Akbas (Bursa Uludağ University, Türkiye)As one of Türkiye’s fastest growing cities, Bursa needs to consider how available water resources can be managed to supply a growing population in a time of climate change.

Jan 15, 2025 | globalwaterforum.org | David Salt

Ellie Gabel, Revolutionized, USAAccess to clean water is fundamental to health, economic development and environmental sustainability. Yet, while effective in many regions, centralized water treatment systems often fail to meet the needs of remote or underserved communities. Here, Ellie Gabel discusses why decentralized water treatment systems are emerging as a transformative solution, providing localized, adaptable and cost-effective ways to ensure safe drinking water for all.

Dec 18, 2024 | globalwaterforum.org | David Salt

Matthew Colloff (Australian National University, Australia), Jamie Pittock (Australian National University, Australia), Quentin Grafton (Australian National University, Australia), Sarah Wheeler (Flinders University, Australia), John Williams (Australian National University, Australia), Kate Lanyon (Australian National University, Australia), Bradley Moggridge (University of Canberra, Australia), Richard Kingsford (University of New South Wales, Australia) and Gilad Bino (University of New...

Dec 9, 2024 | globalwaterforum.org | David Salt

R. Quentin Grafton (Australian National University, Australia), Safa Fanaian (Australian National University, Australia) and Sarah Ann Wheeler (Flinders University, Australia) and 28 colleagues*The world is facing multiple crises relating to water quality, quantity and security. Government responses to date focus on a ‘business as usual’ approach prioritising economic and/or green growth. But responses that prioritise growth are largely failing.