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Mercy Relief, AGplus Collaborate on Water Innovations
6 May 2013 - 10:00 by Local Press Report
sinGapore (Channel News Asia) — Mercy Relief (MR) has joined hands with tech-social company AGplus Technologies to roll out a series of water innovations. Using nanosilver technology, the new water solutions were jointly d
South African Minister Says Water Important for Socio-Economic Development
26 Apr 2013 - 09:05 by Local Press Report
PRETORIA (South African Government) — The Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, Elizabeth Thabethe says water is critical to sustainable socio-economic development and eradication of poverty.
Businesses Need More Collaborative, Sustainable Water Management Approach: WBCSD
25 Apr 2013 - 08:05 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
Geneva, switzerland — A new report by World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) called on businesses to focus on water management beyond the “fence-line,” or outside the company, to ensure sustainable u
Financial Mechanisms Key to Managing Water Demand: IWS
17 Jan 2013 - 10:26 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
united arab emirates, ABU DHABI — Financial mechanisms like proper pricing and the tax, tariff, transfer (3Ts) models play a significant role in managing water demand and ensuring the right consumption level, according to a panel
CH2M Hill Participates in the International Water Summit
15 Jan 2013 - 05:06 by Local Press Report
ABU DHABI (CH2M Hill) — CH2M HILL, a global full-service consulting, design, construction and operations firm, announces its participation in the inaugural International Water Summit, hosted by Masdar and co-located with
"Golden Opportunity" for Sustainable Development at South America-Arab Countries Conference
24 Sep 2012 - 09:33 by Local Press Report
LIMA (andina) — The Third Summit of the South American-Arab Countries (ASPA) will provide a ‘golden opportunity’ for the countries in both regions to work towards sustainable development, said Gustavo Bravo, Charg
SIWI’s New Director Seeks to Bridge Gaps Between Civil Society, Governments, Private Sector
16 Jul 2012 - 10:45 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
Sweden, STOCKHOLM — The new executive director of the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) will work to build bridges among that various sectors involved in sustainable development around the world.
UNEP Launches Resource-Efficient Cities Initiative
21 Jun 2012 - 12:03 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
Brazil, RIO DE JANEIRO — The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) on June 18 announced a new multi-lateral, multi-sector initiative to help large cities throughout the world reduce pollution, improve resource efficien
Freshwater One of Biggest Issues Ahead of Rio+20
15 Jun 2012 - 11:18 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
washington, dc, united states — Freshwater “is one of the biggest issues that has come out” of final preparatory meetings in Rio before heads of states arrive next week, Director of the United Nations Environment Program’s Region
FAO Report Calls on Rio+20 Delegates to Focus on Food, Water Availability
5 Jun 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
ROME, Italy — Just ahead of this month’s Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is urging delegates to focus on food and drinking water availability
EU Scales Back Delegation to Rio Conference Amid Pessimistic Outlook
18 May 2012 - 00:00 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
BRUSSELS, Belgium — A senior European lawmaker is “pessimistic” that the Rio+20 Conference next month will achieve some of Europe’s main conservation ambitions, and is accusing both the United States and host Brazil o
Pakistan's Sustainable Development Fund Should Be Revived for Industrial Pollution
17 May 2012 - 09:24 by Local Press Report
LAHORE (The Express Tribune) — The Pakistan government should revive the Provincial Sustainable Development Fund (PSDF) to pay for the mitigation of environmental pollution by industries, a price that could rise to $1.5 billion
Success Guidelines for Rio+20 Set by Brazilian Government
16 May 2012 - 22:43 by Local Press Report
RIO DE JANEIRO (Inter Press Service) — As the host of Rio+20, the Brazilian government has defined guidelines for achieving success at the upcoming world summit, whose aim is to assess and strengthen what has been done since the 1992 Ea
Middle East Most Vulnerable to Climate Change-Induced Drought
13 Dec 2010 - 15:27 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
AMMAN, Jordan — The Middle East region is one of the most vulnerable to drought brought on by climate change, said Jeffrey Sachs, director of the Earth Institute of Columbia University.
Investment in Water, Sewerage Infrastructure Key to Greening African Cities
27 Sep 2010 - 14:47 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
nairoBi, Kenya — African countries must diversify sources of finance and technical capacity that are critical to sustainable development of
12th Development Plan Aims at Sustainability
30 Aug 2010 - 14:47 by Local Press Report
TUNIS, Tunisia (Tunisia Online News) — The country's 12th Development Plan, covering 20102014, focuses on the concept of sustainable development in its section on regional development prospects. Programs under the plan are
Water Management, Hydropower Necessary for Sustainable Development in Africa
23 Aug 2010 - 14:47 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Water management and hydropower are essential for sustainable growth in Africa, because they are necessary for creating stability in water security, according to World Bank Africa Region Water
Water Management "One Piece" of Climate-Proof Strategy, Says Report
18 Aug 2010 - 16:02 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
LONDON, United Kingdom — A report by UK-based sustainable development NGO Forum for the Future said an integrated water management system,
Water Management "One Piece" of Climate-Proof Strategy, Says Report
18 Aug 2010 - 14:48 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
LONDON, United Kingdom — A report by UK-based sustainable development NGO Forum for the Future said an integrated water management system,
Water Management "One Piece" of Climate-Proof Strategy, Says Report
16 Aug 2010 - 20:58 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
LONDON, United Kingdom — A report by UK-based sustainable development NGO Forum for the Future said an integrated water management system,
Water Management "One Piece" of Climate-Proof Strategy, Says Report
9 Aug 2010 - 14:47 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
LONDON, United Kingdom — A report by UK-based sustainable development NGO Forum for the Future said an integrated water management system,
Oman Prioritizes Preservation, Rational Use, Sustainable Development
10 May 2010 - 14:46 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
TEHRAN, Iran — o man has created a comprehensive water management system that prioritizes sustainable development, water resource preservation and the rationalization of water
Report Calls for Harmonizing Water, Land Management to Face Climate Change
20 Jan 2010 - 14:46 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
WINNIPEG, Canada — T he International Institute for Sustainable Development (USD) has again called for integration in water and land management issues to effectively combat the effects of climate change worldwide.
Report Calls for Harmonizing Water, Land Management to Face Climate Change
20 Jan 2010 - 13:59 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
WINNIPEG, Canada — The International Institute for Sustainable Development (USD) has again called for integration in water and land management issues to effectively combat the effects of climate change worldwide.
Report Calls for Harmonizing Water, Land Management to Face Climate Change
18 Jan 2010 - 14:46 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
WINNIPEG, Canada — The International Institute for Sustainable Development (USD) has again called for integration in water and land management issues to effectively combat the effects of climate change worldwide.
Report Calls for Harmonizing Water, Land Management to Face Climate Change
18 Jan 2010 - 20:57 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
WINNIPEG, Canada — The International Institute for Sustainable Development (USD) has again called for integration in water and land management issues to effectively combat the effects of climate change worldwide.
Conference on Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems Held September 29
9 Sep 2009 - 14:48 by Local Press Report
CROATIA, DUBROVNIK (CORDIS News) — The Fifth Dubrovnik Conference on Sustainable Development of Energy, Water and Environment Systems is scheduled to take place on September 29-October 3.
CH2M HILL Launches Global Water Tool
22 Apr 2009 - 14:47 by Local Press Report
UNITED STATE S, DENVER (CH2MHILL) — CH2M HILL has partnered with the Geneva-based World Business Council for Sustainable Development to create the latest version of the Global Water Tool to help companies calculate water footprints an
CH2M HILL Launches Global Water Tool
20 Apr 2009 - 14:46 by Local Press Report
UNITED STATE S, DENVER (CH2MH1LL) — CH2M HILL has partnered with the Geneva-based World Business Council for Sustainable Development to create the latest version of the Global Water Tool to help companies calculate water footprints an
CH2M HILL Launches Global Water Tool
20 Apr 2009 - 20:57 by Local Press Report
UNITED STATE S, DENVER (CH2MH1LL) — CH2M HILL has partnered with the Geneva-based World Business Council for Sustainable Development to create the latest version of the Global Water Tool to help companies calculate water footprints an
Malaysia to Host 6th World Chambers Congress
6 Apr 2009 - 20:57 by Local Press Report
KUALA LUMPUR (Xinhua (China)) — Malaysia will host the 6th World Chambers Congress (WCC) on June 3-5, with the theme "Leading Sustainable Growth and Change." The biennial congress will address the global financial
Global Minerals Completes Water Discharge Study for Strieborna Mine
4 Mar 2009 - 14:47 by Local Press Report
turkey, BODRUM — Officials from eight European and Mediterranean cities gathered in Bodrum, Turkey last week to address sustainable development, water management, urban planning, cultural activities and supporting y
EU Announces International Tender for Sanitary Sewerage System
15 Dec 2008 - 14:48 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
CAIRO, Egypt — The European Union (EU) and the Social Fund for Development in Egypt (SFD) plan to award three work contracts for the construction of sanitary sewerage
Arab Environment Ministers to Present Document on Sustainable Development
16 Nov 2008 - 20:28 by Local Press Report
CAIRO, KUWAIT (Kuwait Times) — Arab environmental ministers are expected to present a document with pan-Arab plans for sustainable development soon. The document will include issues related to trade, water,
Poland: Country Showcases Water Management at EXPO
31 Mar 2008 - 23:52 by Local Press Report
WARSAW Poland (Warsaw Business Journal (Poland)) — — Poland will showcase its water management achievements at the EXPO 2008 International Exposition in Zaragoza, Spain. The theme of the exhibition is "Water and Sustainable Development."
World Aqua Congress 2007 Will Be Held In New Delhi
15 Oct 2007 - 20:37 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
GUWAHATI, India — — The Indian capital will host the first World Aqua Congress next month, with the aim of providing a common platform for policy-makers, decision-makers, technology providers,
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