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Desertification is a growing global concern, affecting over 100 countries and threatening the livelihoods of millions of people. It is primarily driven by unsustainable land management practices, climate change, and deforestation. Regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia are particularly vulnerable. Combatting desertification requires concerted efforts in sustainable land management, reforestation, and climate change mitigation. International initiatives like the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) aim to promote actions that prevent land degradation and restore degraded lands. Source: https://www.unccd.int/ Creating new water sources from non-conventional methods, such as desalination and water reuse, plays a crucial role in addressing desertification without depleting natural water reserves. These technologies provide alternative water supplies, reducing the pressure on natural freshwater sources and supporting sustainable water management practices. At Almar Water Solutions, we support initiatives to combat desertification by promoting sustainable water management practices and developing projects that address the water needs of vulnerable regions. Read more: almarwater.com #Desertification #ClimateChange #SustainableLandManagement #AlmarWaterSolutions

The UK water sector is facing multiple challenges, from deteriorating polluted watercourses and drought and flood events exacerbated by climate change, to biodiversity requirements, socio-political pressures, affordability challenges, population growth and ageing assets. So what’s the answer? Mott MacDonald's Marieke Nieuwaal explains in this article 👇 #Innovation #EnvironmentalSustainability

The UK water sector is facing multiple challenges, from deteriorating polluted watercourses and drought and flood events exacerbated by climate change, to biodiversity requirements, socio-political pressures, affordability challenges, population growth and ageing assets. So what’s the answer? Mott MacDonald's Marieke Nieuwaal explains in this article 👇 #Innovation #EnvironmentalSustainability

The UK water sector is facing multiple challenges, from deteriorating polluted watercourses and drought and flood events exacerbated by climate change, to biodiversity requirements, socio-political pressures, affordability challenges, population growth and ageing assets. So what’s the answer? Mott MacDonald's Marieke Nieuwaal explains in this article 👇 #Innovation #EnvironmentalSustainability

Today, on World Wetlands Day, let’s remember the critical role #wetlands play in our #environment These #ecosystems are not just habitats for diverse #species , but they also contribute to water #purification , #flood control, and #climate regulation. In Zimbabwe, our wetlands are under threat, and it’s our responsibility to #protect them. Let’s prioritize #sustainabledevelopment and avoid encroaching on these vital areas. Remember, by #preserving wetlands, we’re not just protecting nature, we’re ensuring our own survival. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/dn32GkQU #WorldWetlandsDay #sustainability #environment United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) United Nations UNDP Zimbabwe UNDP United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) IPCC

World Environment Day, observed on June 5th, is a significant date that unites individuals and organizations worldwide in environmental advocacy and action. The theme for World Environment Day 2024 is "Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience," highlighting the urgent need to restore degraded land, combat desertification, and build resilience against drought. This day serves as a call to action for the protection and revival of ecosystems, aligning with the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021-2030) and the Sustainable Development Goals. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2024 observance, emphasizing the global nature of environmental challenges and the collaborative efforts required to address them. #worldenvironmentday #environment #nature #environmentday #gogreen #climatechange #earth #world #india #fornature #green #saveearth #ecofriendly #biodiversity #savetheplane #arkgroup #arkgroupproject #ARKConstruction #ArkFamily

The mapping will take approximately two years and will provide measurable values for the carbon potential of Sri Lanka’s rich forests, as well as a first estimate of the number of credits that can potentially be issued. The country also has 6,400 project proposals from the “Green Entrepreneurs” initiative, which looks to restore and protect mangroves which have an outsized impact on sequestering carbon, as well as protecting from extreme weather. #Carbonmarkets #CarbonCredits #Afforestation #Mangroves #SriLanka https://bit.ly/3zINijO

Great new report from European Environment Agency led by Trine Christiansen on #StateOfWater Key messages: Europe's water is under significant pressure, presenting serious challenges to water security, now and in the future. As such, Europe urgently needs to improve its resilience and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies for people and the environment. Water stress is already occurring in Europe. It affects 20% of Europe's territory and 30% of the population every year The deadline set by the Water Framework Directive (WFD) for European rivers, lakes, transitional, coastal and groundwaters to meet good status was 2015. That was not met and there has been little improvement since 2010. In 2021, only 37% of Europe's surface water bodies achieved a good or high ecological status. 29% achieved a good chemical status. The majority of protected aquatic habitats and species in the EU are assessed as having a poor or bad conservation status. #ProtectOurWater #RestoreNature #Water #WaterResilience https://lnkd.in/eQtACMtW

In Ghana, addressing climate change's impact on water availability and ecosystems requires comprehensive water conservation and management practices, sustainable agriculture, ecosystem protection and restoration, integrated water resources management, adaptive infrastructure, community engagement, research and monitoring, and strengthened policies and governance. #EcoZoil #ClimateChange

🚰 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 Catalonia's iconic Sant Romà de Sau Church, re-emerging from the shrinking Sau reservoir, symbolizes the region’s intensifying water crisis. With reservoirs at critical lows and climate change accelerating droughts, the need for innovative water management has never been clearer. Explore how new technologies and nature-based solutions are being harnessed to tackle this urgent challenge in this insightful article by Marta Castillo Sánchez and Jake Threadgould. https://lnkd.in/eMRKSWub #WaterCrisis #ClimateChange #Sustainability #NatureBasedSolutions #Catalonia