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In war, dirty water more dangerous to children than violence, says UNICEF

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Most vulnerable are young children under age 5, who are 20 times more likely to die from diseases than violence.

SDG Report: Billions Lack Safe Drinking Water and Sanitation at Home

Report is first to track higher standards set by the UN’s sustainable…

UN Prepares First Evaluation of Higher Standard for Water and Sanitation

Clean water for all, a sustainable development goal, will be…

Water Gained Stature at Paris Climate Talks

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Though not mentioned in the final agreement, water nonetheless…

Water Resources Highlighted in Climate Adaptation Plans

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Countries see climate adaptation as a water problem Photo…

Paris Agreements Will Implement Climate Action On The Ground

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Supporting deals focus on low-carbon energy, natural resource…

Analysis: India Seen As Vital Player at Paris Climate Conference

Opportunity to shift from coal to cleaner energy is real and needed.

Scientists Urge Greater Attention to Groundwater in Climate Adaptation

Better management, research, and funding is needed.

Paris Negotiators Expected to Reach First Global Climate Pact

Momentum for a deal is strong. Photo © J. Carl Ganter…

Commentary: Drought Influenced Syrian Civil War; So What, Says U.S. Congress

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U.S. Congress on an island of reflexive denial. By…

Commentary on SDG 6.4: Continued Lack of Storage Considerations in Water Scarcity Metrics

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It remains unclear how the success of an ambitious goal to improve…