The Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme's Water Information Network System (IHP-WINS) is designed to promote the sharing and dissemination of water-related data and information among countries, organizations, and stakeholders involved in water resources management, as part of the UNESCO IHP mandate.
The main objective of IHP-WINS is to enhance the availability, accessibility, and usability of water-related information, with a focus on supporting evidence-based decision-making and sustainable water resources management. It aims to facilitate the exchange of data, knowledge, and best practices among stakeholders at various levels, including national, regional, and global scales.
IHP-WINS provides a platform for integrating and harmonizing water-related data and information from diverse sources, such as monitoring networks, research institutions, government agencies, and international organizations. It promotes the use of standardized data formats and metadata to ensure compatibility and interoperability of information across different systems and platforms.
Through IHP-WINS, UNESCO's Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme aims to strengthen international cooperation, improve data availability, and enhance the understanding and management of water resources worldwide. The initiative contributes to the achievement of sustainable development goals related to water and supports countries in their efforts to address water-related challenges and promote integrated water resources management.
Overall, IHP-WINS plays a vital role in advancing water governance, supporting evidence-based decision-making, and fostering international cooperation for sustainable water resources management.
At UNESCO, we believe in the power of open collaboration and the principles of Open Science, leveraging open-source technology to provide a seamless experience for users. The platform's Data Catalogue and Management System stand as a testament to this commitment, offering a robust repository for all IHP-relevant datasets. UNESCO’s Water Family can contribute and access information in various formats, enabling a diverse and inclusive data-sharing environment. UNESCO believes in harnessing the power of data to advance global goals for a sustainable future.
Offers a robust repository for all IHP-relevant datasets. Users can contribute and access information in various formats, enabling a diverse and inclusive data-sharing environment.
The featured datasets showcased have been recently uploaded by UNESCO’s Water Family. These datasets offer insights into various aspects of water resources, from historical datasets to the latest advancements in hydrological science.
This dataset includes pdf versions of presentations delivered during all sessions of the Water Family Symposium: Opening Session / Session 1: Scientific contribution of the Water Family / Session 2: Contribution of the Water Family to Capacity Development / Session 3: Contribution of the Water Family to Capacity Development.
The Republic of Korea has been actively participating in the UNESCO water programme since the start of the IHD in 1965. To continue and enhance the implementation in the national level, the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Korea established the IHP National Committee of the Republic of Korea (IHP-ROK) through a Decree in June 2022. IHPROK consists of leadership, secretariat, and four sub-committees based on the expertise of its members, focusing on planning and strategy, policy consultation, public relations, and academic research. The Republic of Korea serves as the Vice-Chair of Priority Theme 1 (Scientific Research and Innovation) within IHP-IX. Notably, IHP-ROK is dedicated to developing an online education platform for AI+Water Resources Engineering Capacity Building for Priority Theme 1.9 and focuses on Ecohydrology, introducing the IHP Ecohydrology Demonstration site to Korea for the first time. Additionally, the Republic of Korea serves as the Chair of the Regional Steering Committee for Asia and the Pacific, representing Group IV members. On a domestic level, IHP-ROK initiated the establishment of the UNESCO Water Consortium in Korea, fostering collaboration and facilitating the implementation of IHP-IX among various stakeholders including academia, associations, public institutes, and private organizations. This collaborative initiative is reflected in this report through the documentation of research outcomes, publications, seminars, and other relevant activities, highlighting stakeholders’ dedication to advancing water-related initiatives and achieving the objectives outlined in IHP-IX
This 5 km resolution grid presents groundwater storage in Africa (in mm). This parameter was estimated by combining the saturated aquifer thickness and effective porosity of aquifers across Africa. For each aquifer flow/storage type an effective porosity range was assigned based on a series of studies across Africa and surrogates in other parts of the world. Groundwater storage is given in millimeters. Detailed description of the methodology, and a full list of data sources used to develop the layer can be found in the peer-reviewed paper available here: http://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1748-9326/7/2/024009/pdfThe raster and a high resolution PDF file are available for download on the website of British Geological Survey (BGS): http://www.bgs.ac.uk/research/groundwater/international/africanGroundwater/mapsDownload.html
The Geospatial Catalogue Viewer within IHP-WINS serves as a powerful tool, enabling users to transform data from the catalogue into actionable insights, supporting the closing of the data-knowledge gap.
The Thematic Viewers complement the multitude of visualization options available for our water-related data, offering a diverse array of tools tailored to the need of the specific theme.
By overlaying datasets, stakeholders gain insights into water-related patterns and trends, facilitating informed decision-making and more. The variety of datasets and scales enable to uncover insights into both overarching global trends and finer-grained local patterns.
The Thematic Viewers complement the multitude of visualization options available for our water-related data, offering a diverse array of tools tailored to the need of the specific theme.
Our dedication to continuous learning is embodied in the IHP-WINS Open Learning Environment. This initiative serves as a hub for educational resources, fostering capacity building and research among stakeholders and researchers alike. It hosts water-related courses for and by researchers, policy-makers and scientist from around the globe.
Explore the latest open learning courses and enhance your expertise in various water-related topics. Join us on this journey of learning and discovery as we strive towards sustainable water management practices worldwide.
Delve into our featured UNESDOC and Water Family publications for invaluable insights into water-related topics. These latest publications cover a wide range of subjects, from water governance to climate change adaptation, providing essential knowledge for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners alike. Explore these resources to stay informed and empowered in the realm of water management and conservation.
This publication has laid out a strategic framework to integrate Open Science into hydrology, illustrating its true potential to enhance research transparency, collaboration, and accessibility within water management practices. The six pillars — open data, open source, open publishing, open infrastructure, open education, and open participation — constitute the structure of the Open Hydrology framework designed to promote transparency and reproducibility.
This publication provides case studies and insights on climate and disasters in an age of uncertainty, and is a contribution to the High-level Experts and Leaders Panel on Water and Disasters (HELP).
June 3, 2024
The planning, definition of priorities, and supervision of the execution of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP) are ensured by the Intergovernmental Council, which is...
