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In a proactive move towards enhancing flood resilience planning, researchers from the University of Waterloo and Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) have partnered with the BC Provincial Government's Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship (the Ministry) to produce a series of pivotal research reports aimed at helping British Columbia (B.C.) communities to better prepare for and adapt to flooding.

In September, the Collaborative Water Program (CWP) welcomed back graduate students from across the University to join the WATER 602 course, a field course on integrated water management set in the Grand River watershed. The course returned to the Grand River, visiting with partners from the headwaters to Six Nations. The goal was help train the next generation of water leaders by helping students understand the complex trade-offs in water management and the tools for addressing them, learning first-hand from a wide range of partners.

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have designed an energy-efficient device that produces drinking water from seawater using an evaporation process driven largely by the sun.

Water Institute researcher, Laura Hug, is recognized as a Royal Society of Canada (RSC) fellow and a member of the RSC College.

In a global first, University of Waterloo researchers have used 3D imaging technology to understand the fine details of microplastics, paving the way for more effective methods of plastic waste recycling.

Waterloo researchers develop polymer that absorbs and locks in oil, preventing groundwater contamination

University of Waterloo researchers have developed a new material that can absorb more than eight times its weight in oil, offering a new solution in preventing groundwater contamination from spills or accidents.

Water Institute members showcased cutting-edge water research from the University of Waterloo at the International Water Association (IWA) World Water Congress & Exhibition in Toronto, Canada, held from August 11-15, 2024.

The Water Institute is excited to announce its 2024-25 WaterTalks, a five-part speaker series designed to explore cutting-edge insights into today’s most pressing water challenges. This year’s lineup brings together leading experts who will share innovative approaches to water management, addressing complex issues like environmental risk, water contaminants, environmental justice, and advanced resource recovery.

We’re excited to announce the newly elected executive committee of the Society of the Water Institute Graduate Students (SWIGS) for 2024-25! After a successful election in July, the SWIGS team is ready to lead with fresh energy and innovative ideas.

The Water Institute is pleased to announce the launch of its 2024-25 WaterLeadership program.