
In 2013 World Water Day shares the topic of Water Cooperation. Celebrated since 1993, World Water Day has grown to become one of the key dates in the UN calendar… More >>
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Over half of the world population lives in urban areas. Although urban areas are better served than rural areas, they are struggling to keep up with population growth.
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"Deserts and Monsoons" a photo exhibition dedicated to water in Matera, Italy to celebrate the International Year of Water Cooperation.
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The 2013 edition of the award has been given to Japan and the Republic of Moldova on World Water Day. The purpose of this UN-Water award is to promote efforts to fulfil water-related commitments through the recognition of outstanding best practices.