Under the most severe sea level rise predictions, more than 60 million people could lose over five percent of their fresh groundwater resources by 2100.
Drought and heatwaves result in severe economic losses. To reduce water scarcity, hydrologist Michelle van Vliet argues for a better understanding of the interplay between water use and water quality.
Long-term drought, severe storms, and rising sea levels; Without a clear policy, we will eventually find ourselves surrounded by water, without a drop to drink, explain Maarten Kleinhans, Esther Stouthamer and Niko Wanders.
New research shows that by prioritizing targeted increases in rainfall, forestation programs may not only mitigate global climate change but also reduce adverse effects such as droughts.
A recently published article in Global Governance: A Review of Multilateralism and International Organizations led by Utrecht University’s Melanie van Driel investigated if international organizations steer other actors towards the Sustainable Development Goals.