COP28 represents a powerful opportunity to mobilize action on the global water crisis.
Taking place in Dubai from November 30-December 12, the annual conference will bring together representatives from business, government, and civil society.
European Space Agency and CEO Water Mandate Announce Inaugural Water Resilience Projects
The European Space Agency (ESA) and the Water Resilience Coalition will announce seven pilot projects to advance digital monitoring in 100 of the world’s most water stressed basins – an essential resource to billions of people, ecosystems and industries. By 2050, more than half the world’s population could live in water-stressed areas if urgent action is not taken to achieve global water resilience.
Date: 2 December
Time: TBC
Location: TBC
Organizer: European Space Agency
Climate-Proofing a Future for Children: Prioritizing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene on the Global Goal for Adaptation
The event will present practical examples of climate resilient WASH initiatives implemented in focus countries, by both the public and private sectors. It will demonstrate progress monitoring, a priority in the Global Goal on Adaptation negotiations, while showcasing tangible examples of enhancing sector resilience.
Date: 3 December
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM GST
Location: Ethiopia Pavilion Blue Zone
Organizer: UNICEF
Collective Action and Corporate Water Stewardship in Vulnerable U.S. Basins
The panel discussion will provide a preview into the case studies in our upcoming report ‘The Ripple Effect: The Value of Corporate Water Stewardship.’ This report underscores the importance of U.S. private sector action in advancing Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6): ensuring clean water and sanitation for all. Specifically, the conversation will focus on companies engaging in collective action and corporate water stewardship in vulnerable U.S basins.
Date: 2 December
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: UN Global Compact Hub| Blue Zone | District: Opportunity | Thematic Arena 4 | Pavilion Number: TA4-240
Championing Climate-Resilient WASH
This session will be an opportunity to take a deep dive into the current landscape of climate-resilient WASH best practices. It will encompass a comprehensive exploration of innovative strategies, technologies, and policy frameworks, all aimed at empowering communities to adapt and thrive in the face of climate-related adversity.
Date: 6 December
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Climate Challenge Lab, Innovation Zone, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Organizer: DP World
Panel – UNICEF on Climate Resilience & Adaptation Through Water
This session will demonstrate that with urgent and concerted action, the world’s water crisis can be averted, and water security can be a benefit for business and society alike.
Date: December 8
Time: 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM GST
Location: IFC Pavillon, Blue zone
Organizer: UNICEF
Climate Resilience Through Water Security: Shaping the Future for Children, Communities, and Business
This session will demonstrate that with urgent and concerted action, the world’s water crisis can be averted, and water security can be a benefit for business and society alike.
Date: December 8
Time: 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM GST
Location: International Finance Corporation Pavilion
Organizer: UNICEF
Implementation Lab with Google and NASA, “Passage of Water”
An interactive session on how data, technology and art catalyse restoration of vital wetlands and rivers. Deep dive into NASA satellite data, innovative technology and visual interpretations proffered in the digital project, Passage of Water by artist Yiyun Kang, NASA and Google Arts & Culture.
Date: December 10
Time: 3:30 PM GST
Location: Global Climate Action zone – Lab 1 (Al Shaheen)- Blue Zone
Organizer: Google
Mobilizing the Business Sector for Water – Fireside Chat – Expo City
This discussion will engage business leadership on the intersection and business case for investing in water, and the role for private sector stewardship within the context of the sustainability of our water resources and the transition towards circularity. The discussion will deep dive into water sustainability more broadly, scaling investment in innovative solutions to address water scarcity, water management and sustainable (inclusive) water systems.
Date: December 10
Time: 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Location: Expo City Dubai Pavilion in the green zone
Organizer: Expo City