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It's time to dive into action, because World Water Week begins on August 23! This globally recognized event was first established by Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) in 1991, and has since become a platform for over a thousand participants from 130 countries to collaborate on global water issues. The week-long celebration involves a variety of workshops, seminars and conferences focusing on innovative strategies to manage and preserve water. World Water Week is not just for environmental enthusiasts, but for everyone who recognizes the importance of preserving our planet's most valuable resource. So, get ready to make some waves and contribute to a water-wise future!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Water Week Initiation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) first established World Water Week to focus on global water issues.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Water Day Alignment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly declared March 22 as World Water Day, aligning with the objectives of World Water Week.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Millennium Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations included access to safe drinking water as one of its Millennium Development Goals, elevating the issue on a global scale.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sustainable Development Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Water Week's objectives are further highlighted by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals which include ensuring clean water and sanitation for all.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Water Action Decade</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN launches the Water Action Decade to mobilize action that will help transform how we manage water, directly supporting World Water Week's aim.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual World Water Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to COVID-19 pandemic, World Water Week was held virtually for the first time, giving global access and increasing its impact.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Join water conservation webinars</h3><p class='facts-text'>During this week, many organizations host webinars and online conferences focusing on global water issues. Participate in these events to broaden your knowledge about water conservation, and to learn about the latest technologies and strategies in water management.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a clean-up drive</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather friends, family, or community members and organize a clean-up drive at a local beach, river, or lake. Every piece of litter removed helps preserve our waters, and it's a great way to spend time outdoors while making a tangible impact.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Initiate a water-saving challenge</h3><p class='facts-text'>Challenge your household or friends to go the whole week using as little water as possible. This could mean taking quicker showers, skipping the car wash, or only running full loads of laundry and dishes. It's a fun competition that brings awareness to just how much water we use daily.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Share water-saving tips on social media</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to spread awareness about World Water Week. Share interesting facts about water usage and innovative water-saving tips. Encourage your followers to share their own ideas and experiences too.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Grow a drought-resistant garden</h3><p class='facts-text'>Celebrate World Water Week by creating a beautiful garden that saves water. Use drought-resistant plants, implement water-saving irrigation techniques, and take advantage of any rainwater by utilizing a rain barrel. This can be an engaging ongoing project that contributes to water conservation and enhances your outdoor space.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises Global Awareness and Education</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Water Week brings into focus the crucial nature of water, a resource we often take for granted. It highlights the numerous global water issues, educating citizens worldwide about the importance of water conservation and the innovative strategies necessary to manage and preserve water.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Direct Action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During World Water Week, we are encouraged to get directly involved in the preservation of our planet's most valuable resource. Whether that's organizing a clean-up drive, initiating a water-saving challenge, or implementing water-conservation techniques at home, everyone gets a chance to make a tangible impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Creates a United Global Community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The event brings together participants from over 130 countries, creating a global community united by the common goal of preserving our water resources. It's an example of international cooperation at its best, with people coming together to shape a more water-wise future.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Our Bodies are Mostly Water</h3><p class='facts-content'>About 60% of the human body is made up of water. This fact underscores the critical role water plays in our bodies, which includes regulating our body temperature and flushing out waste.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Water is a Universal Solvent</h3><p class='facts-content'>Water can dissolve more substances than any other liquid. This means it carries important nutrients, minerals, and chemicals in the biosphere, making it indispensable for life on earth.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Water Covers Majority of Earth's Surface</h3><p class='facts-content'>About 71% of the earth's surface is covered by water. However, only 0.5% of this water is available as fresh water for consumption and daily use.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Water Demand Continues to Increase</h3><p class='facts-content'>The United Nations projects that global water demand will increase by nearly one-third by 2050, due to population growth, economic development, and changing consumption patterns.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Water is Pivotal for Energy Generation</h3><p class='facts-content'>Water is essential for the production of nearly all types of energy, including hydroelectric, nuclear, and thermal energy. It also plays a key role in cooling and processing in various industrial settings.</p></div></div>
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