Solar Pumping 101: the what, why, and the how
About 5 years ago we embarked on a global initiative titled “Thirsty Energy” to respond to water-energy nexus challenges around the world. The initiative, a joint effort of the Water and the Energy Global Practices at the World Bank, has finally come to an end. We wanted to reflect on the lessons learnt along the […]
Wastewater treatment: A critical component of a circular economy
The 8th World Water Forum was held in Brazil a few days ago. What’s ironic is that the more than nine thousands of us attending this Forum were discussing water-related issues in a city of three million grappling with a severe water shortage. After checking in at my hotel, the first thing I found in my […]
Thirsty Energy: A five-year journey to address water-energy nexus challenges
The 8th World Water Forum was held in Brazil a few days ago. What’s ironic is that the more than nine thousands of us attending this Forum were discussing water-related issues in a city of three million grappling with a severe water shortage. After checking in at my hotel, the first thing I found in my […]