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WE4F

2023-02-15

Water and Energy for Food (WE4F) is a multi-donor International Initiative funded by the BMZ, the EU, the MFA NL, Norad, SIDA, and USAID to scale groundbreaking water-energy-food innovations that impact food security, gender, and poverty reduction in an environmentally sustainable way. The WE4F hosted seminar series “Climate Change, Agriculture, Water and Efficient Irrigation” brings together technical and policy experts to underscore the importance of water management in agriculture, and exchange on key topics in the field. For more information on the project visit: we4f.org.

All contributions by WE4F

A winding irrigation canal runs through a lush Ethiopian valley, showcasing effective water management techniques.

The importance of water for sustainable rural development

A contribtion by WE4F

How can the challenges related to water, rural development and climate resilient agriculture be addressed? What innovations need to be promoted? The Water and Energy for Food (WE4F) initiative presents strategies and innovations for sustainable, integrated water management in German and international cooperation.

The image shows a symbol for clean water and sanitation with a water drop inside a glass on a blue background.

SDG 6 – Water scarcity in agriculture, an accessibility issue?

Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) concerns availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation. Water and sanitation are essential for sustainable development, providing a range of services which underpin poverty reduction, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. Sten Schurer, Water and Energy for Food (WE4F) on the problem of water scarcity and possible solutions for improved access to water.

Yellow graphic illustrating Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy with a sun and power button symbol.

SDG 7 – How to achieve a succesful energy transition in East Africa?

Everyone should have access to affordable, reliable and modern energy - these are the objectives of SDG7 on energy. But how can an energy transition be achieved that also promotes sustainable agricultural and food systems? An example from East Africa by Kilian Blumenthal, Water and Energy for Food (WE4F) Kenya.

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