Events
Swedish Water House hosts various types of events focusing on current water issues. We aim to bridge the gap between science, policy, private sector and civil society. Our events are free of charge and open to everyone.
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Below are all our events carried out in English. For an overview of our Swedish events, go to the Swedish events section.
Past events
Industrial water consumption can threaten local populations’ access to water. Welcome to a seminar in which we will discuss business and human rights with focus on local communities affected by company activities.
Water is essential for the development and function of cities, but their growth will at the same time increase the pressure on water management systems. So, how can we plan and design cities to be resilient and water wise?
Join us for a seminar about international climate negotiations and the upcoming COP24 and find out from experts who have been to previous COPs!
It’s common to hear that water is under-valued. What’s does this really mean and how can we ensure that water is valued appropriately?
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals and 169 targets seek to realize the human rights of all. According to the UN Special Rapporteurs on the human rights to Water and Sanitation and on human rights and the Environment, having access to […]
The closing plenary will summarize and conclude the multi-faceted outcomes of World Water Week 2018. The plenary covers reflections and take-home messages of keynote speakers and Key Collaborating Partners, and the rapporteur team, together with the Scientific Programme Committee, will […]
To achieve the SDGs in just 12 years requires strong partnerships. Faith and spirituality are foundational sources and drivers of behavior; shaping and inspiring individual and community worldviews, priorities, daily rituals and community structures – including relationship to and value […]
Agenda 2030 and the UNFCCC have developed as independent but necessary bodies of global and national policy to guide sustainable development and climate change mitigation and adaptation across the 21st century. However, many SDGs do not recognize the enabling role […]
Water security is one our greatest challenges. Trees and forests are imperative for water flows. Integrated land-water management, including the strategic management of forests and landscapes with water considerations, will be crucial for resilient water supply. Approximately 75% of available […]
Water security is one our greatest challenges. Trees and forests are imperative for water flows. Integrated land-water management, including the strategic management of forests and landscapes with water considerations, will be crucial for resilient water supply. Approximately 75% of available […]
Welcome to an open showcase convened by STWI and ZDHC at the World Water Week 2018! With contributions from leading actors of the industry we will: Explore the global challenges of water management and wastewater reduction and provide positive examples by […]
Emissions of antibiotics from production sites contribute significantly to the promotion of AMR, with consequences not only limited to health issues, but also impacting ecosystems and people’s livelihoods. Currently there is a lack of incentives, regulation as well as tools […]
