In this episode, we delve into a compelling dialogue with Richard Damania, Chief Economist at the Sustainable Development Vice Presidency of the World Bank, and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization.

Together, they unravel the intricate interdependencies of water management, climate change, and global trade, offering profound insights into how we can harness economic principles to foster sustainability and equity in water use. Join us as we explore innovative frameworks and strategies that could redefine our global approach to water.

We are privileged to host an extraordinary assembly of thought leaders from the Global Commission on the Economics of Water. Join us as Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore; Arunabha Ghosh, CEO of the Council on Energy, Environment and Water, India; Naoko Ishii, Executive Vice President and Director at the Center for Global Commons, University of Tokyo; and Ismail Serageldin, Founding Director of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Egypt, illuminate the urgent challenges and transformative solutions in water sustainability. This episode promises to be a crucial dialogue, offering profound insights into the systemic shifts required for a sustainable water future. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. Watch more episodes: https://watercommission.org/podcast/

We bring you an engaging conversation between two pioneering commissioners: Joyeeta Gupta, a distinguished Professor at the University of Amsterdam, and Elizabeth Wathuti, the visionary Founder of the Green Generation Initiative. Together, they explore the pivotal role of youth in shaping water sustainability efforts, emphasizing the importance of intergenerational justice.

Discover how innovative approaches are being developed to address global water challenges, ensuring that today's youth are empowered to lead the change. This episode sheds light on the urgent need for collaborative action and transformative solutions to protect our planet's most precious resource.

Join us as we delve into the critical shifts necessary to secure a sustainable and equitable future for water, our lifeline for generations to come.