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World Water Week (WWW) 2023 Exploring the Potential of Innovation to Tackle Water and Sanitation Challenges

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WASHINGTON, DC – The Inter American Development Bank (IDB) Monday said Latin America and the Caribbean, like the rest of the world, must embrace innovation to enhance water-related solutions for societies and economies.

a man holding water with his hand,water crisis in India and worldwideIt said that this is the central theme of the “Focus on the Americas sessions” at World Water Week (WWW) 2023,  the preeminent international platform for discussions within the water and sanitation sector.

The conference is being coordinated by the IDB and a host of other sponsors. It is hosted annually by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI),  and IDB said that WWW 2023 will provide valuable insights and bring together global experts to tackle water and sanitation challenges, under the theme: Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-wise world.

The conference, which runs until Thursday, brings together experts from government agencies, public utilities, academia, private sector, and international organizations to guide efforts towards water-conscious solutions and transformative change.

“Our sessions are designed to inspire and promote the adoption of innovative measures to water and sanitation services. We will delve into success stories, innovative methodologies, tools, and strategies that foster thriving ecosystems and successful platforms.”

The organizers said that the sessions titled “Innovation for equal and inclusive water and sanitation services” for example, will focus on how to close the disparity in access to water and sanitation services.

“Through the exploration of cutting-edge solutions, the aim will be discuss possible solutions to ensure an equitable and fair distribution of these resources, promoting a transformative impact in marginalized communities.

“Focus on the Americas will feature high-profile experts with extensive experience in water and sanitation, with the goal of fostering dialogue among stakeholders from different sub-regions and sectors,” the IDB added.