— Audrey Azoulay, Director-General, UNESCO
About 50% of the world’s population depends on groundwater every day.
While groundwater is the most abundant source of fresh water on earth, it remains a hidden resource. We often know where to locate it, but what really keeps it hidden is the limited amount of data on its availability, quantity and quality.
Learn more about the importance of groundwater in this animation...
After a brainstorming session at the 2020 UN-Water meeting in Stockholm and an online poll among UN-Water organizations, the initial 15 proposed themes were ranked and “Valuing Water” and “Groundwater: Making the Invisible Visible” received the most votes. igrac director Neno Kukuric expressed his satisfaction and drew attention to UN-Wa
After a brainstorming session at the 2020 UN-Water meeting in Stockholm and an online poll among UN-Water organizations, the initial 15 proposed themes were ranked and “Valuing Water” and “Groundwater: Making the Invisible Visible” received the most votes. igrac director Neno Kukuric expressed his satisfaction and drew attention to UN-Water Groundwater Overview presented last year at the World Water Forum, noting that some 45 UN-affiliated organizations are dealing with groundwater but could benefit much more from potential synergies and complementarities.
Learn more about igrac & groundwater.
According to UNESCO, people under the age of 30 accounted for more than half of the world's population in 2012. Youth for Global Health & Social Justice is a non-profit organization with a mission to support young people as leaders who will work to ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for our global c
According to UNESCO, people under the age of 30 accounted for more than half of the world's population in 2012. Youth for Global Health & Social Justice is a non-profit organization with a mission to support young people as leaders who will work to ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for our global community and to promote an open dialogue about social injustice that impacts the human right to water for all.
Learn more about Y4GH & their sustainability projects.
Click here to read the magazine and learn more about Y4GH & their sustainability projects.
Groundwater is invisible, but its impact is visible everywhere.
Out of sight, under our feet, groundwater is a hidden treasure that enriches our lives. Almost all of the liquid freshwater in the world is groundwater. As climate change gets worse, groundwater will become more and more critical. We need to work together to sustainably manage
Groundwater is invisible, but its impact is visible everywhere.
Out of sight, under our feet, groundwater is a hidden treasure that enriches our lives. Almost all of the liquid freshwater in the world is groundwater. As climate change gets worse, groundwater will become more and more critical. We need to work together to sustainably manage this precious resource. Groundwater may be out of sight, but it must not be out of mind. UN World Water Day takes place on March 22, 2022.
Learn more about UN World Water Day 2022.
A new World Water Development Report is released each year on or near World Water Day, to provide decision-makers with tools to formulate and implement sustainable water policies. This report is coordinated by UNESCO’s World Water Development Programme (WWAP) on behalf of UN-Water.
Learn more about UNESCO & world water development.
The Groundwater Assessment Platform (GAP) includes our country-level and global maps along with maps shared by our partners as well as groundwater quality measurement data and datasets of geology, climate soil and population. In addition to viewing and exploring these maps and datasets, users can upload and share their own data of any con
The Groundwater Assessment Platform (GAP) includes our country-level and global maps along with maps shared by our partners as well as groundwater quality measurement data and datasets of geology, climate soil and population. In addition to viewing and exploring these maps and datasets, users can upload and share their own data of any contaminant or area of interest.
Learn more about the Groundwater Assessment Platform.
Cary scientists are also leading local, regional and global lake research teams to better understand the ecological impact of harmful algal blooms (HABs) and extreme weather events. Their research has transformed the Hudson River’s management and is applicable to large rivers worldwide. They are also at the forefront of studies on how p
Cary scientists are also leading local, regional and global lake research teams to better understand the ecological impact of harmful algal blooms (HABs) and extreme weather events. Their research has transformed the Hudson River’s management and is applicable to large rivers worldwide. They are also at the forefront of studies on how pharmaceuticals, agricultural practices, and dams impact water quality.
Learn more about freshwater research at the Cary Institute.
For millions around the world, access to funds stands between them and safe water and sanitation in their home. Water.org offers a portfolio of smart solutions that break down the financial barriers between people living in poverty and access to safe water and sanitation.
Learn more about resources available on Water.org.
A resource with award-winning nonprofit journalism from the frontlines of water, food, and energy in the changing climate.
Learn more about circle of blue here.
A series researched and curated by The Guardian on the challenges many in the US face getting access to safe, clean, affordable water, and the injustices to those most at risk.
Learn more about America's water crisis here.
The number of U.S. communities confirmed to be contaminated with the highly toxic fluorinated compounds known as PFAS continues to grow at an alarming rate. The latest update of this interactive map documents PFAS pollution in public and private water systems.
Learn more about PFAS contamination in the U.S. here.
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