World Water Day

This event organized by the kingdom of Saudi Arabia aims to bring together high-level officials and experts to exchange views, share best practices, and strengthen partnerships for advancing water diplomacy in support of sustainable development. Related Documents:  Concept note . Watch Water Diplomacy: A Bridge for Sustainable Development and Cooperation! Meetings & Events

The water cycle has become increasingly erratic and extreme, swinging between deluge and drought, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). It highlights the cascading impacts of too much or too little water on economies and society. Key messages State of Global Water Resources report highlights cascading impacts of too much or too little water Only one third of river basins had normal conditions in 2024 All glacier regions worldwide report losses due to melt for third straight year Report calls for more monitoring and data sharing This year’s WMO’s 2024 State of Global Water Resources report highlights that:  Around 60% of rivers globally had either too much or too little water. All glaciated regions in the world reported losses due to melt.  2024 was the hottest year on record. Certain regions suffered severe drought, while others endured multiple floods. The State of Global Water Resources report says only about one-third of the global ri...

WMO State of Global Water Resources 2024 report. Press Conferences The State of Global Water Resources Report, published annually by WMO, provides a comprehensive quantitative overview of global water resources , with a focus on hydrological variability and trends. It supports countries, decision makers and stakeholders in understanding the current state of water resources , identifying hotspots and supporting effective water management strategies . The report is based on data contributed by WMO Members, as well as information from global hydrological modelling systems and satellite observations provided by various partners. Speakers:Celeste Saulo, WMO Secretary-General Stefan Uhlenbrook, WMO Director of Water, Hydrology and Cryosphere Sulagna Mishra, WMO Scientific Officer Moderated by : Clare Nullis Watch the WMO Press conference: State of Global Water Resources 2024 report! 00:45:09

Dive into the carousel to see how innovation actually starts small. Two 17-year-olds just might have cracked the microplastic problem—with something the size of a pen. It’s chemical-free, shockingly efficient, and ready to scale. What’s their secret weapon? Hint: it hums at a frequency we can’t hear but the planet might thank us for.

  From 24 - 28 AUGUST 2025, In Stockholm or online, was held the World Water Week’s 2025 under the theme ‘Water for Climate Action’. The Week focused on addressing the linked emergencies of climate change, environment degradation and biodiversity loss. Explore the programme on our digital platform , the Side Events and Register to participate! The theme for World Water Week 2026 is " Water for People and Progress" 💧

 Cities and industries generate nearly 1 billion cubic meters of used water each day , however, much of it is untreated and discharged into the environment. This resource can be captured and purified to reduce pressure on freshwater sources , lower pollution, and mobilize new sources of financing. Water reuse is a vital solution to growing water insecurity — offering a reliable, climate-resilient supply for cities and industries facing increasing stress on traditional water sources.⁠⁠  

Introduced in 2020, the SDG 6 Special Event takes place annually during the High-level Political Forum giving space for discussion on water-related targets within the SDG 6 Global Acceleration Framework. At the mid-point between the upcoming 2026 UN Water Conference and the previous UN 2023 Water Conference - which saw over 800 commitments from governments, civil society, and the private sector under the Water Action Agenda - this Special Event will feature a discussion on how the inclusive and collaborative preparatory process driven by Senegal and the United Arab Emirates is building continuity and catalyzing global action for SDG 6 . Water Action Agenda commitment holders will discuss implementation and what enabling environments are needed for innovative solutions. Related Documents:  Agenda  and  SDG 6 and Water Action Agenda Special Event . Economic and Social Council