IHP IX

IHP IX

The ninth phase of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP-IX) covering 2022-2029 is UNESCO's strategic framework for addressing complex water challenges through scientific knowledge and innovation. IHP-IX identifies key water priority areas to support Member States in achieving the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG6. It provides a methodological approach towards transdisciplinarity aimed at generating effective water solutions for resilient societies and sustainable development.

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IHP IX: Priority Areas

The Operational Implementation Plan of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme is based on the Strategic Plan of IHP-IX. This Strategy establishes five interrelated and intertwined priority areas and 34 Outputs, designed to address water challenges through a holistic, coherent, and multi-disciplinary approach. These priority areas promote science-based policies and create frameworks for water governance at all levels.

Priority Area 1: Scientific Research and Innovation

Advancing scientific knowledge and developing innovative approaches to understand water cycles, improve water management and address water-related challenges through interdisciplinary research.

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Priority Area 2: Water Education in the Fourth Industrial Revolution including Sustainability

Developing educational approaches that integrate traditional knowledge with emerging technologies to prepare the next generation of water professionals and informed citizens.

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Priority Area 3: Bridging the Data-Knowledge Gap

Enhancing data accessibility, interoperability, and knowledge sharing to improve water resource management through open science principles and collaborative information systems.

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Priority Area 4: Integrated Water Resources Management under Conditions of Global Change

Developing holistic approaches to manage water resources considering climate change impacts, growing demands, and environmental pressures through nature-based solutions and adaptive strategies.

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Priority Area 5: Water Governance based on Science for Mitigation, Adaptation, and Resilience

Strengthening water governance frameworks through scientific knowledge to build resilient societies, enhance adaptation capacities, and promote participatory decision-making processes at all levels.

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