Large-Scale Implementation of Water-Harvesting and Groundwater Recharge:
Coping with Climate Change in Semi- Arid Regions

Wednesday 20 August
Lunch Side Event

Convenors : RAIN, Swiss Re and Acacia Water (WaterAid tbc)

Water harvesting offers a beneficial means of increasing water supply, particularly valuable for the water security it provides for people living in rural semi-arid / arid regions who are not reached by other options. An interactive panel discussion will bring to life water harvesting initiatives, both in terms of their success in yielding a reliable community-owned water supply as well as their potential for large-scale implementation. Participants will include representatives of implementing organisations (those facilitating, implementing and lobbying for water harvesting in their countries), governments, key international actors and investors in the water sector.