The 2014 Stockholm World Water week took place under the theme “Water and Energy”. Water and energy are interdependent in more ways than not. In more than 100 seminars, workshops and events spread throughout the week, delegates discussed ongoing and future work collaboration between the energy and water communities. The Stockholm World Water Week ended with an emphasis on the importance of a water goal, as well as intimate integration of energy and water in the post 2015 development agenda. It also highlighted that water efficiency is one of the main tools in combating poverty and hunger.
During the week, several prizes were awarded for excellence in water-related issues. The bi-annual WASH Media Awards competition is sponsored by the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC)and the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI). Last week we talked to two of the winners of the WASH Media Awards and this week we chat to South African born Professor John Briscoe who scooped the prestigious Stockholm Water Prize for his unparalleled contributions to global and local water management, inspired by an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of people on the ground. Professor Briscoe shares his remarkable journey with us.
We also talk to Paul Reig, lead author, on the findings of a new report on the “Global Shale Gas Development.” The analysis of this report should serve as a wake-up call for countries seeking to develop shale gas and others should take action.
