California Water Resilience Initiative Second Annual Forum Advances Public-Private Partnerships in Support of State’s Water Supply Strategy
Business leaders from across sectors came together to advance solutions to the state’s mounting water challenges at the California Water Resilience Initiative’s (CWRI) second annual forum.
Gaps in Laws and Policies Leave Water and Sanitation Systems Vulnerable to Harmful Climate Impacts in Frontline Communities Across the US, New Report Finds
New research released today by the Pacific Institute and the Center for Water Security and Cooperation (CWSC) reveals existing laws and policies fail to protect water and sanitation systems from climate change impacts in frontline communities across the United States.
Pacific Institute Launches Ambitious New Strategy to Accelerate Action on Water Resilience; Announces $1 Million Donation from Board Chair to Jumpstart Fundraising to Speed Impact
The Pacific Institute, a global nonpartisan water think tank, today released an ambitious strategic plan outlining plans to accelerate the adoption of water resilience solutions across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. The strategy, which runs through 2026, positions the Pacific Institute to achieve its 2030 goal to “catalyze the transformation to water resilience in the face of climate change.” It focuses on four areas with outsized potential for accelerated impact: water equity, water efficiency and reuse, nature-based solutions, and corporate water stewardship.
September 2024 Newsletter
The monthly newsletter features the Pacific Institute’s research, publications, news about past and upcoming Institute staff outreach efforts, and media coverage of its work and analysis.
2023 Was a Record Year for Violence Over Water Resources Across the Globe
Violence over water resources increased dramatically in 2023, continuing a steep growth trend of such incidents over the past decade. These events include attacks on water systems, unrest and disputes over the control of and access to water, and the use of water as a weapon of war.
August 2024 Newsletter
The monthly newsletter features the Pacific Institute’s research, publications, news about past and upcoming Institute staff outreach efforts, and media coverage of its work and analysis.
New Pacific Institute Report Finds Significant Potential to Advance Green Schoolyards through Stormwater Capture in LA County
The Pacific Institute, a US-based global water think tank, today released new research revealing the significant potential for stormwater capture on public school campuses in Los Angeles (LA) County, California.
New Study Documents Growing Dangers of Climate Change and Emerging Opportunities
The Pacific Institute, Livelihoods Knowledge Exchange Network (LiKEN), and Rural Community Assistance Partnership Incorporated (RCAP) today released new research outlining how climate change impacts are leading to devastating consequences for water and wastewater systems in rural communities across the United States.
July 2024 Newsletter
The monthly newsletter features the Pacific Institute’s research, publications, news about past and upcoming Institute staff outreach efforts, and media coverage of its work and analysis.
Water Stewardship Pioneer George Schuler Joins Pacific Institute as Deputy Head for CEO Water Mandate
The Pacific Institute, a US-based global water think tank, today announced water fundraising veteran Nicole Wickenhauser has joined its executive team as Director of Development. In this newly created role, Wickenhauser will lead the development of a new visionary funding model to support the Pacific Institute’s long-term strategic growth.