International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
Aspirations for development in many parts of the world are intricately linked to water. Whether concerning issues of health, food and agriculture, sanitation, the environment, industry, or energy production, a paramount issue in the 21st century is water – its availability, quality and management.
The IAEA, through its Water Resources Programme, is one of the UN agencies responding to its Member States by providing science-based information and technical skills to improve understanding and management of their water resources.
Adapt and apply isotope techniques to the needs of each country
The IAEA works with Member States to adapt and apply isotope techniques to the needs of each country. From technical advice and analysis to capacity building and expert services, the Water Resources Programme is ready to support Member States in addressing their water resource management issues. While helping to test and adapt various techniques under a variety of hydrogeological conditions, the experts from the Water Resources Programme strive to develop the scientific approaches through applied research.
Nuclear technique helps farmers adapt to climate change UN-Water Teff, a grass-like plant with tiny seeds, is the staple food for over 60 million people in Ethiopia and is the basis of traditional Ethiopian cuisine. The cereal crop may however not be strong enough to withstand the consequences of cl … Read more
IAEA interactive map on nuclear technology and water management UN-Water The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) launch an interactive map on nuclear applications, where water management is one of the topics addressed. The interactive map provides information about nuclear applications, respon … Read more
Nuclear science helps farmers in Morocco UN-Water Over 40% of Morocco’s total land area suffers from soil erosion owing to deforestation, overgrazing by animals and poor planting techniques. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) scientists recently worked in cooperation with the Food and Agricul … Read more
IAEA project maps groundwater reserves in Africa’s Sahel region UN-Water Spreading over a 7-million square kilometre area, the Sahel is home to 135 million people across West, Central and North Africa. The area has suffered from extreme drought in recent decades, affecting agriculture and causing wi … Read more
