Klingbeil, R., 2016. No Sustainable Development Without Water: Challenges and Ways Forward for Water Management in the Region. Presentation at International Water Conference 2016 "Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward", Sultan-Qaboos-University, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 March 2016.
Klingbeil, R. 2016. Water Challenges in the Arab Region: How did we get where we are? And where do we go from here? Presentation at the Seminar of the Water Resources Department. AUT, Halat, Lebanon, 19 Jan 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2016. Wasser für die MENA Region - Bedeutung von Zusammenarbeit und Netzwerken [Water for the MENA Region - Importance of Cooperation and Networking]. Presentation at Seminar "Preparedness - Prepare Companies for Future Change", VDMA discussion group "Corporate Foresight", Frankfurt, Germany, 12 May 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2016. Dialogue between Science and Policy: Water in the MENA Region. Presentation at Colloquium of the UFZ IP Water Scarcity, Leipzig, Germany, 20 May 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2016. Groundwater for Sustainable Development in the MENA Region. Presentation at the 43rd Congress of the International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH) “Groundwater and society: 60 years of IAH”, Montpellier, France, 25-28 Sep 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2017. Wasserressourcen und Wassermanagement in Verbindung zu Sicherheitsfragen in der MENA Region [Water Ressources and Water Management in Relation to Security Questions in the MENA Region]. Presentation at the Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy, Hamburg, 25 Jan 2017.
Klingbeil, R., 2015. Water, Water Scarcity and Sustainable Development. Presentation at UNESCO-RFH Conference “Coping with Water Scarcity”, Beirut, Lebanon, 14-16 Dec 2015.
Klingbeil, R., et al., 2021. Assessing Groundwater Quality: A Global Perspective. Importance, methods and potential data sources. Presentation at the UN Environment World Water Quality Alliance (WWQA), 2nd Annual Global Meeting, 27-28 Jan 2021.
Klingbeil, R., 2017. Groundwater Management in the MENA Region: Challenges and Opportunities for the Future. Presentation at the WSTA 12th Gulf Water Conference, Bahrain, 28-30 Mar 2017.
Klingbeil, R. 2016. Water Challenges in the Arab Region: How did we get where we are? And where do we go from here? Presentation at the Seminar of the Water Resources Department. AUT, Halat, Lebanon, 19 Jan 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2016. Wasser für die MENA Region - Bedeutung von Zusammenarbeit und Netzwerken [Water for the MENA Region - Importance of Cooperation and Networking]. Presentation at Seminar "Preparedness - Prepare Companies for Future Change", VDMA discussion group "Corporate Foresight", Frankfurt, Germany, 12 May 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2016. Dialogue between Science and Policy: Water in the MENA Region. Presentation at Colloquium of the UFZ IP Water Scarcity, Leipzig, Germany, 20 May 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2016. Groundwater for Sustainable Development in the MENA Region. Presentation at the 43rd Congress of the International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH) “Groundwater and society: 60 years of IAH”, Montpellier, France, 25-28 Sep 2016.
Klingbeil, R., 2017. Wasserressourcen und Wassermanagement in Verbindung zu Sicherheitsfragen in der MENA Region [Water Ressources and Water Management in Relation to Security Questions in the MENA Region]. Presentation at the Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy, Hamburg, 25 Jan 2017.
Klingbeil, R., 2015. Water, Water Scarcity and Sustainable Development. Presentation at UNESCO-RFH Conference “Coping with Water Scarcity”, Beirut, Lebanon, 14-16 Dec 2015.
Klingbeil, R., et al., 2021. Assessing Groundwater Quality: A Global Perspective. Importance, methods and potential data sources. Presentation at the UN Environment World Water Quality Alliance (WWQA), 2nd Annual Global Meeting, 27-28 Jan 2021.
Klingbeil, R., 2017. Groundwater Management in the MENA Region: Challenges and Opportunities for the Future. Presentation at the WSTA 12th Gulf Water Conference, Bahrain, 28-30 Mar 2017.
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Klingbeil, R., 2014. Coping with Water Scarcity in Lebanon? Some Suggestions and Approaches Based on Experiences from the Region. Presentation at the 37th Water Sector Coordination Group Meeting, Ministry of Energy and Water (MEW), Beirut, Lebanon, 20 Mar 2014.
Klingbeil., R., 2017. Water Resources in the Middle East and North Africa – Challenges and Way Forward. Presentation in the Seminar "International Water Issues", Master Program Hydro Science & Engineering, TU Dresden, 18 Apr 2017.
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Klingbeil, R., Al-Hamdi, M. & Majdalani, R., 2014. Water and Inter-generational Justice in the Arab Region. Presentation at the Conference on Social Water Studies in the MENA Region: State of the Art and Perspectives, German Jordanian University (GJU), Madaba, Jordan, 28-29 Sep 2014.
Klingbeil, R., 2014. Water Within Currently Proposed Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Presentation at the Water Science and Technology (WSTA), 11th Gulf Water Conference (GWC), Muscat, Oman, 20-22 Oct 2014.
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Klingbeil, R., Gröschke, M., 2019. Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) in Coastal Aquifers, in Brackish and Saline Groundwater. Presentation at the WSTA 13th Gulf Water Conference, Kuwait, 12-14 Mar 2019.
Klingbeil, R., 2015. Water for Sustainable Development - Water for the Future We Want. Presentation at the SQU-MRMWR-Workshop on Water & Sustainable Development, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman, 18 Mar 2015.
Klingbeil, R., 2015. Governance of Groundwater: Linking Global Processes and Regional Needs. Presentation at IUCN-ROWA Regional Conference “Water and Nature Knowledge Sharing Forum”, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 12-14 May 2015.
Water Family Meeting and Symposium on Water Equity in South-East Europe and the Mediterranean
28-29 March 2019 Palazzo Zorzi, Venice (Italy) -
Dragana Milovanović, Deputy Secretary for integrated river basin management and water planning, International Sava River Basin Commission
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Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
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Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
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Iconic Songs
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Acting and Film Career
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In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
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R. Klingbeil, 2016. No Sustainable Development Without Water: Challenges and Ways Forward for Water Management in the Region.
1. UN Economic And Social Commission For Western Asia
International Water Conference 2016, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
No Sustainable Development Without Water:
Challenges and Ways Forward for
Water Management in the Region
Ralf Klingbeil, Regional Advisor Environment and Water
WIN,2016
3. Page 3
World Economic Forum 2016
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Global Risks of Highest Concern
2016
WEF,2016.Whatarethetopglobalrisksfor2016?
14Jan2016,www.wef.ch/risks2016.
4. Page 4
Opening Quotes
• “Arabs are already in the heart of the water
catastrophe.”
• “Any delay in a serious response to the water
challenge corresponds to mass suicide.
The water apocalypse is knocking on Arab doors,
right now.”
Najib Saab, Secretary General
Arab Forum for Environment and Development (AFED)
12 June 2010
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
5. Page 5
Outline
• Many dimensions of water
• Governance
• Demographics
• Food
• Energy
• Water and Land
• 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
• Sustainable Development Goals
• Targets and Indicators
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
7. Page 7
Scarcity of Water Contributes to …
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Iraq:
Displacement due to Drought
IOM,July2010
8. Page 8
Scarcity of Water Contributes to …
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Iraq:
Water Needs 2008 - 2010
IOM,July2010
9. Page 9
Water and scarcity in the MENA Region
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Three Levels of
(Water) Scarcity
TheWorldBank,2007.MakingtheMostofScarcity.
10. Page 10
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Water (and Sanitation) and the
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Water Connects and Enables
• Water is essential,
finite and vulnerable
• Water is a driver for
development and enables:
• Health
• Nature
• Urbanization
• Industry
• Energy
• Food
• Equality
Cap-NetUNDPandUN-Water,2015.
11. Page 11
Regional Water Overview - Water Availability and Demand
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
MENA
Many Dimensions of Water
Governance
Demographics
Food
Water
& Land
Energy
12. Page 12
Regional Water Overview - Water Availability and Demand
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Actual Renewable Freshwater Resources
per Capita by Region
FAOAQUASTST,WB2007
13. Page 13
Regional Water Overview - Water Availability and Demand
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Percent of Total Renewable Water
Resources Withdrawn, by Region
FAOAQUASTATdata1998-2002,WB2007
14. Page 14
Regional Water Overview - Water Availability and Demand
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Sources of
Water
ICBA,Barghouti,2009
15. Page 15
Regional Water Overview - Solutions to a Dilemma?
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Reuse:
Water and (Treated) Waste Water
AlBaz,GIZ,2011
16. Page 16
Regional Water Overview - Solutions to a Dilemma?
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Storage:
Managed Aquifer Storage
UNESCO,2005
17. Page 17
Food and Water
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Food Losses - Food Waste
Water Losses
BCFN,2013.FoodWaste:Causes,ImpactsandProposals.
18. Page 18
Food and Water
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Food Losses - Food Waste
Total Water Footprint, GB
BCFN,2013.FoodWaste:Causes,ImpactsandProposals.
X million m3
19. Page 19
Regional Water Overview - Food and Water
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Qatar:
“Massive amount of food wasted”
http://thepeninsulaqatar.com/qatar/240072-massive-amount-of-food-wa
Qatar Statistics Authority (QSA):
“(...) more than half of the
municipal waste generated (...)
contains discarded food.”
The Peninsula, 05 Jun 2013
20. Page 20
Regional Water Overview - Food and Non-Renewable Water
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Agricultural Groundwater Use
Wadi Al-Sirhan, Saudi Arabia
1991
2000
2012
21. Page 21
Regional Water Overview - Food and Non-Renewable Water
Seminar at the Water Resources Department, American University of Technology (AUT), Halat, Lebanon, 19 Jan 2016
Irrigated Agriculture,
Saudi Arabia
FAOAQUASTAT,2008
22. Page 22
Regional Water Overview - Food and Non-Renewable Water
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Accumulated 30 yrs GW Abstractions
1975 - 2004 per Region, Saudi Arabia
WaterWatch,2006.
23. Page 23
Regional Water Overview - National Agricultural Strategies and Water Use
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Wheat Production, Consumption, and
Trade, 1983-2019, Saudi Arabia
GeoEconomica,2011.SaudiArabia’sFood
Diplomacy:SearchingforFertileGround.
24. Page 24
Regional Water Overview – Agriculture Contributions to GDP
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
GDP Shares in
MENA Region
ICBA,Barghouti,2009
25. Page 25
Water in Lebanon
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Recharge:
Rain and Snow in Mountains
26. Page 26
Water in Lebanon
Seminar at the Water Resources Department, American University of Technology (AUT), Halat, Lebanon, 19 Jan 2016
Where / How
Does Recharge Take Place ?
PartlyfromMargane,BGR,2013
27. Page 27
Water in Lebanon
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Jeita Spring Catchment:
Groundwater ≠ Surface Water Catchment
Margane,BGR,2013
• Tectonic setting
• Geological mapping
• Tracer tests
• Stable isotopes
28. Page 28
Water and Water Scarcity in Lebanon
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
2014 …
Groundwater, spring discharges affected
Margane,BGR,2014.
29. Page 29
Water and Snow in Lebanon
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Average precipitation related to snow
water equivalent for 2008 to 2012
MEW,UNDP,2014.AssessmentofGroundwaterResourcesof
Lebanon.
30. Page 30
Future Directions
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
2030 Agenda for
Sustainable Development
25 September 2015:
193 Members of United Nations General Assembly adopted
• 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, incl.
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
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SDGs:
Goals - Targets - Indicators
17 Goals:
universal,
integrative,
transformative
169 Targets:
realistic,
ambitious (not too),
but not ambiguous
231 Indicators:
measurable,
combinable
32. Page 32
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.1 By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access
to safe and affordable drinking water for all
6.1.1: Proportion of population using
safely managed drinking water services
Monitoring by:
Joint Monitoring Programme
for Water Supply and
Sanitation (JMP) -
WHO, UNICEF
6.1
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.2 By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable
sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation,
paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and
those in vulnerable situations
6.2.1: Proportion of population using safely managed
sanitation services, including a hand washing
facility with soap and water
Monitoring by:
Joint Monitoring Programme
for Water Supply and
Sanitation (JMP) -
WHO, UNICEF
6.2
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.3 By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution,
eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous
chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated
wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe
reuse globally
6.3.1: Proportion of wastewater safely treated
6.3.2: Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient
water quality
Monitored by:
Global Expanded Water
Monitoring Initiative (GEMI) -
UNEP, UN-Habitat, UNICEF,
FAO, UNESCO, WHO, WMO
6.3
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
UNEP GEMS/Water Capacity Development Centre
@ University College Cork, Ireland
https://www.ucc.ie/en/gemscdc/
Key activities:
• Training needs assessment for water quality monitoring and
capacity development strategy for SSA and other regions;
• Training materials with GEMS/Water Regional Hubs, initially
on the LAC Region;
• Workshops and expert advice on monitoring programme
design and implementation;
• Training courses on
water quality monitoring
and assessment;
• “Training the trainers”
programme / blended
learning;
• Guidebooks and
handbooks.
6.3
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.4 By 2030, substantially increase water-use efficiency
across all sectors and ensure sustainable withdrawals
and supply of freshwater to address water scarcity and
substantially reduce the number of people suffering
from water scarcity
6.4.1: Change in water use efficiency over time
6.4.2: Level of water stress: freshwater withdrawal as a
proportion of available freshwater resources
Monitored by:
Global Expanded Water
Monitoring Initiative (GEMI) -
UNEP, UN-Habitat, UNICEF,
FAO, UNESCO, WHO, WMO
6.4
37. Page 37
Energy for Water
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Saq-Ram Aquifer System:
Exploitable area, irrigation areas,
energy use for groundwater pumping
ESCWA,2016
38. Page 38
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.5 By 2030, implement integrated water resources
management at all levels, including through
transboundary cooperation as appropriate
6.5.1: Degree of integrated water resources
management implementation (0-100)
6.5.2: Proportion of transboundary basin area with an
operational arrangement for water cooperation
Monitored by:
Global Expanded Water
Monitoring Initiative (GEMI) -
UNEP, UN-Habitat, UNICEF,
FAO, UNESCO, WHO, WMO
6.5
39. Page 39
Regional Water Overview - Shared Groundwater - Transboundary Aquifers
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Inventory of Shared Water Resources
in Western Asia
www.waterinventory.org
• A total of 22 shared aquifer
systems and 6 shared river
basins were identified.
• 9 chapters on shared surface
waters and 17 chapters on
shared aquifer systems, each
following a standardized
structure and methodology.
• 624 pages of detailed
information with 60 new maps
and over 200 figures, tables
and boxes.
40. Page 40
Regional Water Overview - Shared Groundwater - Transboundary Aquifers
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Saq Ram Aquifer System (West)
Jordan - Saudi Arabia
www.waterinventory.org
Example:
Saq-Ram Aquifer System (West)
‘Disi’ Aquifer
• approximate exploitability
• groundwater development
41. Page 41
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.6 By 2020, protect and restore water-related ecosystems,
including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers
and lakes
6.6.1: Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems
over time
Monitored by:
Global Expanded Water Monitoring Initiative (GEMI) -
UNEP, UN-Habitat, UNICEF, FAO, UNESCO, WHO, WMO
6.6
42. Page 42
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.a By 2030, expand international cooperation and capacity-
building support to developing countries in water- and
sanitation-related activities and programmes, including
water harvesting, desalination, water efficiency,
wastewater treatment, recycling and reuse technologies
6.a.1: Amount of water- and sanitation-related official
development assistance that is part of a
government coordinated spending plan
Monitored by:
Global Analysis and
Assessment of Sanitation
and Drinking‐Water (GLAAS) -
WHO-led
6.a
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
6.b Support and strengthen the participation of local
communities in improving water and sanitation
management
6.b.1: Proportion of local administrative units with
established and operational policies and
procedures for participation of local communities
in water and sanitation management
Monitored by:
Global Analysis and
Assessment of Sanitation
and Drinking‐Water (GLAAS) -
WHO-led
6.b
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 11:
Make cities and human settlements
inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
11.5 By 2030, significantly reduce the number of deaths and
the number of people affected and substantially
decrease the direct economic losses relative to global
gross domestic product caused by disasters, including
water-related disasters, with a focus on protecting the
poor and people in vulnerable situations
11.5.1:Number of deaths, missing and persons affected by
disaster per 100,000 people
11.5.2:Direct disaster economic
loss in relation to global
GDP, including disaster
damage to critical
infrastructure and
disruption of basic
services
11.5
45. Page 45
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable
development, provide access to justice for all and build effective,
accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
16.5 Substantially reduce corruption and bribery in all their
forms
16.5.1:Proportion of persons who
had at least one contact with
a public official and who paid
a bribe to a public official, or
were asked for a bribe by
these public officials, during
the previous 12 months
16.5.2:Proportion of businesses who
had at least one contact with
a public official and who paid
a bribe to a public official, or
were asked for a bribe by
these public officials, during
the previous 12 months
WIN,2016
16.5
46. Page 46
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 9:
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and
sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
9.4 By 2030, upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to
make them sustainable, (…) greater adoption of clean
and environmentally sound technologies and industrial
processes (…)
No specific indicator for water-related activities
9.5 Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological
capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries (…)
9.5.1: Research and
development (R&D)
expenditure as a
proportion of GDP
9.5.2: Researchers (in full-
time equivalent) per
million inhabitants
9.5
9.4
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation
and revitalize the Global Partnership for SD
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
17.6 Enhance (…) cooperation on and access to science,
technology and innovation and enhance knowledge-
sharing (…)
17.6.1:Number of science and/or technology cooperation
agreements and programmes between countries,
(…)
17.7 Promote the development, transfer, dissemination and
diffusion of environmentally sound technologies to
developing countries (…)
17.7.1:Total (..) approved
funding for developing
countries to promote
development, transfer,
dissemination and
diffusion of environ.
sound technologies
17.7
17.6
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Arab Science and Technology
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
“Arab world’s path to
progress goes through science”
www.thearabweekly.com,04March2016
• R&D as pert of GDP:
• Egypt: 0.4% / South Korea: 4.0%
• Researchers per million people:
• Arab region 371 / World 1,081,
• Sudan: 19, Bahrain: 50, Oman: 137, …,
Egypt: 581 , Morocco: 864, Tunisia: 1,394
• Scientific and technical articles:
• Arab region: 1.3% of journal entries published
• Patent applications:
• Arab region: 0.1% at US Patent and Trademark Office (2013)
• Disconnect between businesses and R&D community
• Egypt: only 5% of R&D from private sector
• Women: University students: > 50%, researchers: only 37% of
researchers
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
International Water Conference 2016 on “Water Resource in Arid areas: The Way Forward”, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation
and revitalize the Global Partnership for SD
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org
17.9 Enhance international support for implementing
effective and targeted capacity-building in developing
countries to support national plans to implement all the
SDGs, including through North-South, South-South and
triangular cooperation
17.9.1:Dollar value of financial and technical assistance
(…) committed to developing countries
17.9
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
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AWARENET: Arab Integrated Water
Resources Management Network
www.awarenet.info
www.awarenet.info
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2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
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Mapping of Stakeholders per Goal /
Target / Indicator: Example Country
53. UN Economic And Social Commission For Western Asia
International Water Conference 2016, SQU, Muscat, Oman, 13-16 Mar 2016
No Sustainable Development Without Water:
Challenges and Ways Forward for
Water Management in the Region
Ralf Klingbeil, Regional Advisor Environment and Water
WIN,2016