World Water Week - 20 to 24 August 2024

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World Water Week, a global event organized annually by the Stockholm International Water Institute since 1991, will take place at the Waterfront Congress Center from 20 to 24 August.

An Overview of the News

• This non-profit event serves as a platform to address the global water crisis and various related challenges.

• It aims to develop solutions to the international water crisis (along with many other problems).

• World Water Week 2024 will occur from August 20–24, 2024, in Stockholm, Sweden, and online.

• Theme 2024: The conference theme is "Bridging Borders: Water for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future," focusing on water cooperation, peace, and security.

• Sessions: Topics will include innovation, behavioral change, technology, and governance related to water issues.

• Venue: The in-person event will be held at the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre, a prominent 14,000 square meter venue on the water’s edge.

History of World Water Week

• World Water Week is a recurring global event that has taken place every year since its inception in 1991.

• The event is organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), a non-profit organization committed to advocating for sustainable water solutions.

• The first World Water Week was held in 1991 in Stockholm, Sweden.

• The theme of the opening ceremony was "Water: An Imminent Crisis."

• The event brought together water experts and professionals from around the world to discuss and address challenges related to water scarcity and pollution.

• Since its inception, World Water Week has been held continuously in Stockholm.

• The event serves as an important platform for international stakeholders to engage in discussion, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative efforts to tackle various water-related issues.