Photo credits:- ek_nadan_photographer The etymology of stepwells includes forgotten civilisations in the form of exquisite artistry. Many of these were commissioned and built by queens and women in history. When […]
Ecological solutions needed more than drains…
Ahmedabad: If the recent extreme weather events in Ahmedabad — high temperatures between March and May, erratic monsoon rain and urban floods — are any indication, the city is in […]
Water Conservation
As the world faces an increasingly critical need to address climate change, the impact that water conservation has on a sustainable environment is undeniable. Groundwater is the primary source of […]
Water pollution in india
Causes, Effects and Solutions Water pollution is one of the biggest issues facing India right now. As may be evident, untreated sewage is the biggest source of such form of […]
Roofs, rain and life: Rainwater harvesting for safe water supply and sustainable co-benefits
Key Takeaways Rainwater harvesting is a valuable part of a water management strategy, can contribute to household water security and should be encouraged and facilitated by governments. Governments can create […]
How Climate Change Impacts Water Access
The water cycle is part of our everyday lives, but climate change may have dire consequences for everyday water access. Herder Collecting Water Climate change is already hurting water access […]
Save Water: Reduce Your Water Footprint
People use lots of water for drinking, cooking and washing but even more for producing things such as food, paper and cloth. A water footprint is an indicator that looks […]
Rain Water Harvesting Systems for Combating Water Crisis
What is rainwater harvesting (RWH)? Rainwater harvesting is a technique of collection and storage of rainwater into natural reservoirs or tanks or the infiltration of surface water into subsurface aquifers […]
The paradox of India’s water problems
The 2018 floods in the Indian state of Kerala highlight an enduring paradox within the country’s water problems. Even as some parts of the country dealt with water scarcity, the […]
Climate change and water.
People with lower socio-economic status, migrants and refugees are most vulnerable to the impact of climate change on water. Changing climate has a significant impact on water — direct or […]