IDRA and CEO Water Mandate Sign Landmark MoU to Advance Global Water Stewardship
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, December 13, 2024 – The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA) and the CEO Water Mandate, a special initiative of the UN Global Compact, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration and promote innovative water stewardship practices worldwide.
The partnership aims to align efforts in addressing global water challenges by uniting expertise, data, and resources from two leading organizations in the water sector. With a shared vision of building a water-resilient future, the MoU emphasizes advancing sustainable water desalination, reuse technologies, and stewardship initiatives across industries, governments, and communities.
Key Objectives of the MoU Include:
- Driving Collective Action: Engaging businesses, NGOs, academia, governments, and communities to create basin-level water solutions.
- Enhancing Data Access and Capacity Building: Co-developing tools, case studies, and training programs to scale water stewardship practices.
- Strengthening Influence and Advocacy: Aligning strategies to amplify water stewardship efforts and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.
This collaboration marks a significant step in uniting fragmented efforts within the water sector, showcasing a commitment to fostering innovation and collective impact. The partnership will operate under a structured framework, including an annual work plan and regular progress reviews, to ensure accountability and measurable outcomes.
Shannon McCarthy, Secretary General and Executive Director of IDRA, commented, “This MoU symbolizes our joint dedication to advancing sustainable water management practices through innovation, collaboration, and alignment of efforts on a global scale. By leveraging the strengths of both organizations, we are better positioned to inspire and mobilize action to secure a water-resilient future.”
This strategic partnership represents a milestone in advancing water security and stewardship while setting an example for organizations and stakeholders to work collectively in addressing global water challenges.
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About IDRA
The International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA), established in 1973, is a global non-profit organization dedicated to advancing desalination, water reuse, and sustainable water management solutions. Representing members in over 60 countries and engaging with an additional 4,000 affiliate members, IDRA brings together a diverse community of public and private utilities, scientists, engineers, policymakers, and industry leaders from governments, corporations, and academia. As part of the United Nations network, IDRA is accredited with UNFCCC, UN ECOSOC, and UN FAO and plays a critical role in addressing the world’s pressing water challenges.
IDRA collaborates closely with multiple international associations, including the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS), WateRuse Association (WRA), the Global Enabling Sustainability Association (GESI), the United Nations CEO Water Mandate and Pacific Institute, the World Water Council (WWC), and array of other member associations to promote integrated water resources management practices and share knowledge on a global scale. These and other partnerships enhance IDRA’s ability to drive meaningful change and develop solutions to water scarcity and quality challenges worldwide.
