Dustin Garrick, SERS professor and current CWP director, Fabiola Alvarado-Revilla, winner of the Collaborative Water Program (CWP) Alumni Achievement Award, and Rob de Loë, SERS professor, Associate Dean, Research for Environment, and a former CWP director
CWP honours impactful alumni
Dr. Fabiola Alvarado-Revilla was awarded the 2024-25 Collaborative Water Program (CWP) Alumni Achievement Award in recognition of her outstanding achievements in her professional career and in community service. The award was presented by Rob de Loë, her former PhD supervisor and former CWP Director.
Since completing her PhD at the University of Waterloo, Dr. Alvarado-Revilla has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the field, applying her interdisciplinary expertise to shape water policy at national and international levels. Her work with the UK Government’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and, more recently, with the Independent Water Commission (IWC), has directly influenced key water sector reforms. In addition to her professional achievements, Dr. Alvarado-Revilla is committed to mentorship and community engagement, supporting graduate education, student training, and local initiatives. This award celebrates her dedication to advancing equitable and effective water governance worldwide.
This announcement was originally posted within the summary of the 2025 World Water Day celebration organized by the Water Institute.