*By Daniela Araya, Pedro Moreo and Marle Reyes- Project Coordination Group of the GEF CReW+ Project. Because freshwater is scarce, all levels of society must practice water conservation, particularly in drought-stricken areas. However, water reuse – a strategy that could preserve our limited resources- is still underused and underfunded in many countries. Low and … [Read more...] about Wastewater Reuse: A resourceful yet underused strategy to preserve water
A Call to Action for Better Rural Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Services
Rural communities are essential for our society, environment, and economic growth. They grow our food, support our natural resources, and nurture and maintain our cultural diversity. Their wellbeing depends on access to clean, affordable and sustained water and sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services. Yet, we are far from reaching universal water and sanitation. In rural areas, … [Read more...] about A Call to Action for Better Rural Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Services
The IDB at the UN 2023 Water Conference
Written by Ariel Yépez-G International conferences help move environmental agendas forward, as they allow leaders and specialists to meet and discuss strategies. This year, the IDB will take an active part of the United Nation’s 2023 Water Conference, the most important water event in a generation as well as the New York Water Week, which will begin on Saturday, March 18th … [Read more...] about The IDB at the UN 2023 Water Conference
Sara López: The engineer fighting for a community water and sanitation model
Seeking to make water more accessible, Sara started as the only female engineer in water infrastructure projects. Today, she holds the highest position in the company and works to maintain a community model and increase women's participation in the sector. Written by Andrea Ortega C. Sara was born in Asunción, the capital of Paraguay, to her parents and sister. Although … [Read more...] about Sara López: The engineer fighting for a community water and sanitation model
Cristina Arango*: Fighting for the inclusion of more women in water and sanitation
Spanish version available here The woman in this news story wears a hard hat and shouts to be heard above the din of traffic and heavy machinery. Written by: Paul Constance Cristina Arango, a Colombian national and former general manager of the water and sanitation company in Bogota, Colombia, stands at a busy intersection in the city center. She explains the progress … [Read more...] about Cristina Arango*: Fighting for the inclusion of more women in water and sanitation