Conference

2026 UN Water Conference Organizational session

IEP will highlight the critical link between water risk and conflict at the 2026 UN Water Conference, advocating for urgent action and strategic dialogue.

Conference

2026 UN Water Conference Organizational session

  • Hosted by

    UN ECOSOC

  • Location

    United Nations Headquarters, New York

  • Date

    3 March 2025

  • Time

    3:00 PM UTC

In preparation for the 2026 UN Water Conference, IEP will present a statement to the General Assembly on the critical issue of water risk. Drawing on findings from its Ecological Threat Report, IEP will highlight the growing connection between water scarcity and conflict. The report underscores the increasing risk of conflict driven by water challenges and calls for urgent investment in water use efficiency measures. IEP further highlights the need to address the connection between water risk and conflict as a key focus in the conference's interactive dialogues.

Speakers:

  • Jade Cooper, IEP Deputy Director Americas