Archive for April 2012

Water Security in the Himalayas: A Brief Overview

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When the smog clears and we have a reprieve from the monsoon, life in Kathmandu can provide an unexpected wonder.  A simple text message saying, “The mountains are out!” and I know to head to a balcony to catch a glimpse of the imposing Himalayas.  You can see their snowy peaks poking over the lowland … Continue reading »

World Water Forum 6: Time for Solutions?

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Two weeks ago, key players from water-related NGO, government, business, and non-profit spheres converged on Marseille, France for the 6th World Water Forum. It was a massive conference with over 20,000 people in attendance. Throughout the week, there were daily sessions that covered a range of topics from global groundwater governance to international water law … Continue reading »

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Design professional Richard Vijgen's rendering of GRACE and USGS groundwater depletion data displayed on Times Square beginning on World Water Day, March 22, 2012.

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