Resiliency Resources

91. Thoughts And Themes From The UN Water Conference 3/27/2023

    The UN 2023 Water Conference, one of the most significant water events of this or any year, was held March 22-24 at UN Headquarters in New York, co-hosted by the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Republic of Tajikistan, with online attendance from around the world pushing attendance to 10,000. During the conference, more than 700 commitments to “driving transformation from a global water crisis to a water-secure world” were made as part of the Water Action Agenda — what the UN called its “key outcome.”

92. The Top COP27 Summit Takeaways (By Region Of The World) 3/21/2023

    The UN Climate Conference (COP27) might be over, but it’s time to see if leaders will act on the commitments they made at the event. Many agreements emerged from the two-week summit, with countries committing to creating loss and damage funds, holding institutions and businesses accountable, providing financial support for developing countries, and limiting warming to 1.5°C. But what precisely are some countries holding themselves accountable to accomplish? Here are some of the top COP27 initiative takeaways by region of the world.

93. Is The Western Drought Finally Ending? That Depends On Where You Look 3/21/2023

    After three years of extreme drought, the Western U.S. is finally getting a break. Mountain ranges are covered in deep snow, and water reservoirs in many areas are filling up following a series of atmospheric rivers that brought record rain and snowfall to large parts of the region. Many people are looking at the snow and water levels and asking: Is the drought finally over?

94. World Water Day 2023: How The Water Industry Can “Accelerate Change” 3/13/2023

    Globally, we are on a tight schedule to get our planet moving in the right direction regarding the climate crisis. While the COP (Conference of the Parties) meetings are working to collaborate and design a plan to contain the threats at hand, we still lack major negotiating deadlines. With World Water Day 2023 coming up on March 22 with the theme of “Accelerating Change”, the day urges individuals to recognize how they consume and manage water in their lives and make necessary changes to help utilize it better.

95. Being Resourceful With Wastewater Treatment To Help Tackle The Global Water Crisis 3/9/2023
    Trends toward efficiency and digitalization within the wastewater treatment industry promise improved operations, a healthier environment, and a more sustainable future.
96. When Everyday Becomes Special 3/8/2023

    Piping professionals must have a deep understanding of their systems and operation processes to prepare for those days when the unexpected occurs, and the surprise is not particularly pleasant. 

97. Global Water Trends Shaping The Water Industry In 2023 3/6/2023

    If you type “trends” into Google, and you’ll notice search results on fashion, real estate, economic, and business trends. Depending on your interest, specific trends will seem more important than others. However, do you want to know which trends impact everyone, regardless of interests? Water trends.

98. Innovative Water Management Techniques For A Sustainable Future 3/6/2023

    Water scarcity and pollution are significant global issues that have become more pressing due to the growing population and climate change. Therefore, it is essential to implement new and innovative methods to manage water sustainably.

99. U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Leads The Way In Natural Solutions For Coastal Flooding 3/2/2023

    Last spring, Dr. Todd Bridges and his colleagues were visiting a part of the San Luis National Wildlife Refuge in California, a remote region that encompasses 45,000 acres of rivers, woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands.

100. “Marshing Forward” Despite Uncertainty: How EPA Researchers Are Reframing Approaches To Coastal Climate Adaptation Efforts 3/1/2023

     Among other functions, salt marshes provide breeding grounds and food sources for coastal wildlife, absorb excess carbon from the atmosphere, filter rainwater, protect coastlines from erosion, help ensure the health of our nation’s fishing economy, and promote ecotourism. With salt marshes becoming increasingly vulnerable, EPA scientists are evaluating both the scientific methodology and management practices behind coastal restoration projects.