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Together for a Global Water Transition: GWP annual conference sets new milestones

GWP discussed with around 150 members, partners and guests from politics, civil society and business at its traditional annual conference. Read more

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WASANet – A project for the networking of research, industry and operators in Southern Africa

As part of the Water Security in Africa (WASA) programme, which is funded by the BMBF, GWP is involved as a partner in the WASANet… Read more

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Water solutions for Ukraine: GWP at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2024

On behalf of GWP, Managing Director Boris Greifeneder took part in the conference with high-ranking government representatives from all over the world. Read more

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#WaterWiseEU: Water resilience in focus at the European Green Week in Brussels

The Brussels Conference of the European Green Week on May 29 and 30, 2024 was also the starting point for the #WaterWiseEu campaign. Read more

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A Strong Network: German Water Partnership at IFAT Munich 2024

The GWP joint booth offered an important forum for presenting its own services and products, for personal encounters and for expanding international contacts. Read more

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Challenges and solutions for urban water resilience: insights from the IFAT Blue Stage Panel

Experts from various fields discussed the biggest challenges and shared their experiences and solutions. Read more

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Guest article: AfWASA at IFAT Munich 2024

Innovation and partnerships are transforming Africa’s water supply and sanitation sector A guest article by Micheline Lawson [translated from French.] IFAT 2024, the most important… Read more

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GWP and AfWASA strengthen their cooperation at IFAT Munich 2024

In view of population growth and urbanization, Africa’s growing economy presents both challenges and opportunities for the water-, wastewater- and circular economy. Against this background,… Read more

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The role of water as a resource in the production of green hydrogen

Water plays a crucial role in the production of green hydrogen. The members of German Water Partnership e.V. (GWP) already offer innovative solutions from Germany… Read more

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Water for Peace: World Water Day 2024

“Water for Peace” – the United Nations calls for actions that illustrate how sustainable water management can contribute to the creation of peace and stability… Read more

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Strong joint presentation of the German water industry at INDOWATER 2023

From August 30 to September 1, INDOWATER Expo & Forum 2023 opened its doors in Jakarta. Within this international industry meeting German Water Partnership (GWP)… Read more

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THE BLUE ECONOMY ROUND in Cairo: Press conference on EWWI Egypt Water, Waste & Infrastructure

A press conference in Cairo on July 25, 2023 kicked off the upcoming EWWI, which will be held October 1-3, 2023, with the participation of… Read more

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Global WOPs Congress and WOP Forum – A week dedicated to international operator partnerships

The week from 22nd to 26th May 2023 was all about international operator partnerships: The 5th WOP Congress in Bonn kicked things off and GWP… Read more

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Global perspectives & partnerships: GWP at the Global Water Summit in Berlin

The Global Water Summit took place in Berlin from 8th to 10th May. The event provided an opportunity for German Water Partnership (GWP) and its… Read more

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German Water Partnership at the ABIDJAN2023

From February 19th – 23rd 2023, the 21st International AfWASA Congress & Exhibition and the 7th International FSM Conference were held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.… Read more

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Working Group Industrial Water Management: new subgroup ‘Aquacultures’ formed

On 9th March 2023, the Working Group on Industrial Water Management, chaired by Dr Gerd Sagawe and Dr Daniel Frank, met online to exchange views… Read more

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Successful Market Exploration in Cambodia

From 27th February to 3rd March 2023, German Water Partnership e.V. (GWP) accompanied a market exploration trip with the aim of familiarising itself with and… Read more

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Frugal Innovation and Entrepreneurship to Strengthen Water Security in the Southern African Region

The project “FIUWA” focuses on the nexus of water security, digital innovation, and young entrepreneurship in SAR. Read more

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Reconstruction can only succeed with international partnerships: ReBuild Ukraine in Warsaw

The long-term reconstruction of Ukraine can only succeed with the support of international partners. For this reason, over 300 companies from 22 countries came together… Read more

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Greendustrial Dialogues India: holistic approach adapted locally

Together with the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (AHK India) as local project partner, the Greendustrial Dialogues India took place in Chennai from January 23 to… Read more

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There has never been a better time to enter the water sector | Talking with The Water Council’s Beverley Ferrara – #womeninwater

For the fourth issue, we met with Beverley Ferrara, European Representative of The Water Council. Read more

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AGTIWAS – well planned into the 2nd project year

Shortly before the end of the first AGTIWAS project year, the partners of the German Water Partnership (GWP) and the African Water Association (AfWA) met… Read more

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German Pavilion at Vietwater 2022: 3 days, 13 German companies and one award

Vietwater 2022 took place in Ho Chi Minh City from 9 to 11 November. The German Pavilion received the award for the most innovative exhibition… Read more

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Natalie Kolbe looks back on ten years at German Water Partnership

“It is difficult for me to summarize my time at GWP in a few words. There were ups and downs, dear colleagues, insanely committed members,… Read more

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On sustainable team decision-making and the visibility of women in technical professions | Interview with Dr. Gesche Grützmacher, Berliner Wasserbetriebe – #WomenInWater

In the column “Women in the water industry – #WomenInWater”, German Water Partnership, together with female interviewees from the international water sector, highlights the role… Read more

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Exchange with the Vietnamese Water and Sewerage Association (VWSA)

During a networking breakfast, the Vietnamese delegation was able to express their country-specific needs related to the water and sanitation sector and meet GWP members. Read more

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Mexican delegation visits German Water Partnership

The Mexican state of Baja California is struggling with water shortages. The governor expressed her desire for more intensive cooperation with German companies. Read more

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INVITATION | BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues – Artificial Intelligence: Reshaping the Water Industry

BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues is THE global networking platform connecting innovative water management stakeholders from research, business and politics. Read more

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Opportunity for international exchange: IWA World Water Congress Copenhagen 2022

Numerous GWP members and partners used the congress as an opportunity for exchange with international operators and experts from all over the world. Read more

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Global Green Event by Pollutec in Morocco – “Made in Germany” presents itself to the Moroccan environmental industry

German companies presented themselves at the international trade fair “Global Green Event by Pollutec”, the largest exhibition for environment, energy and water in Morocco. Read more

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Chamber and Association Partnership GAPWAS: Project Completion of the 1st Phase in Abidjan

The GAPWAS project closing week in Abidjan was dedicated to the exchange between the two partner organizations AfWA and GWP. Read more

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Ukraine Emergency Relief: Ongoing Projects, Challenges and Long-Term Reconstruction

On August 19, 2022, another online update on emergency aid for Ukraine took place. The two GWP member companies Siemens AG and Herborner Pumpentechnik GmbH… Read more

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Record Attendance at GAPWAS Training!

In the framework of the German African Partnership for Water and Sanitation (GAPWAS), German Water Partnership e.V. (GWP) and the African Water Association (AfWA) organized… Read more

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SAVE THE DATE: BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues on November 22, 2022.

“Artificial Intelligence: Reshaping the Water Industry” is this year’s theme of the BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues on November 22, 2022, and is thus dedicated… Read more

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The first German – Sri Lankan Water Week

From June 27 to July 1, German Water Partnership (GWP) in cooperation with the Delegation of German Business in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) held… Read more

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„Fact Finding Mission Moldova“

GWP spoke with Moldova’s Minister of Environment about the biggest challenges in Moldova’s water and wastewater sector: water reuse, agricultural irrigation, and industrial wastewater treatment,… Read more

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Transformation and innovation must go hand in hand – GWP Annual Conference 2022

The traditional annual conference of the only association of the internationally oriented German water industry, German Water Partnership e.V., took place in Berlin on July… Read more

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New Board of German Water Partnership elected

15 board members for the term 2022-2026 The annual general meeting of German Water Partnership took place on July 5 again in presence on site… Read more

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Fact-finding mission enables networking with strong South American delegation

Docked on IFAT Munich 2022, GWP conducted a fact-finding mission for a South American delegation as part of the Market Development Program (MEP), funded by… Read more

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Successful networking: Uzbek delegation at IFAT Munich and on the road in Bavaria

An Uzbek delegation of representatives from private companies in the water and wastewater sector and state authorities visited German companies in Bavaria and at IFAT… Read more

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A strong network: German Water Partnership at IFAT Munich 2022

German Water Partnership (GWP) once again presented the internationally active German water industry at the World’s Leading Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Waste and Raw… Read more

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Mobilizing women networks in the WASH sector | Talking with AfWA’s gender specialist Dr. Leticia Ackun – #womeninwater

Together with interview partners from the international water sector, the association shines a light on the role of women in the still predominantly male water… Read more

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BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues 2022/23: New Advisory Board

With the new advisory board, concentrated expertise from the water sector is once again coming together to put together an exciting programme. We look forward… Read more

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Innovative products, processes and strategies – SIWW 2022

The Singapore International Water Week 2022 is one of the leading international water fairs in Asia. The event once again offered participants the opportunity to… Read more

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Delegation trip to the 9th World Water Forum 2022 in Dakar, Senegal

The World Water Forum, the world’s largest event on water, was held for the 9th time from 21 to 26 March 2022 – but for… Read more

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Talking to GWP General Manager Julia Braune about #womeninwater

On the occasion of this year’s International Women’s Day on March 8th, German Water Partnership launches the new column “Women in Water”. Together with interview… Read more

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German Water Partnership statement on the war in Ukraine

German Water Partnership is deeply concerned and affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine. We hope for an end to this war – our thoughts… Read more

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“Ask the Experts” – Second Edition | Leakage Detection

After the successful implementation of “Ask the Experts” with exciting presentations and over 60 participants from Germany and Africa, we are looking forward to the… Read more

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Season’s Greetings!

2021 is coming to an end and with that, we can look back at another successful year for the GWP-Network. German Water Partnership sincerely thanks… Read more

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GWP is a partner at the World Water-Tech Innovation Summit in London

We are delighted to be supporting the World Water-Tech Innovation Summit in London on 22-23 February 2022. The World Water-Tech Innovation Summit has become a… Read more

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Water Reuse in Focus

The second edition of the BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues 2021 took place on November 25th. The conference followed up on the success of the… Read more

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Successful cooperation in Solapur, India

With the implementation of a system for online monitoring of drinking water in Solapur, an important milestone was celebrated. The measuring system, installed in the… Read more

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“Ask the Experts” – First Edition

Are you interested in an exchange with members of the African Water Association (AfWA) and would like to expand your network in the African water… Read more

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Invitation | BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues: „Water Reuse“

It’s time to rethink water reuse. Register now and secure your place at the international BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues event on November 25, 2021… Read more

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Three regional sections become one

The 27th meeting of the Regional Section Russia marked a new beginning: For the last time, the Regional Section met under this name together with… Read more

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GWP members decide on topics and activities for the upcoming year

On June 10, 2021, representatives of the GWP membership met online to discuss its comprehensive activities and provide an overview of the future direction of… Read more

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German Water Partnership e.V. strengthens ties with Latin America

German Water Partnership e.V. strengthens its ties to Latin America: a mutual partnership agreement with the Lateinamerika Verein e.V. (LAV) enables the network to strengthen… Read more

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Utility platform: new website now online

The utility platform for strengthening partnerships of municipal companies worldwide is now also expanding its online presence. On the brand new website of the model… Read more

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New at GWP: Evonik

Sustainable and economical solutions for the optimal use and reuse of water resources – that is the vision of Evonik, one of the world’s leading… Read more

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World Water Day 2021: Valuing water

The United Nations is calling for World Water Day. Under the motto “Valuing water” attention is being drawn worldwide to the vital importance of water… Read more

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A set of measures for a sustainable water industry

GWP Board of Directors’ member Richard J. Vestner looks at four cross-industry trends and explains how they can work in unison to meet global challenges… Read more

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INVITATION | BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues

The time has come to rethink innovative water management! Register now to secure your spot at the first virtual BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues on… Read more

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GWP on UN World Water Day 2020

GWP welcomes that this year’s World Water Day focuses on the connection between water and climate change. Read more

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Last call to participate! Survey on water safety and COVID

How are Water Safety Plans and similar risk management practices being used to address COVID-challenges?  Read more

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Africa: COVID-19 accelerates the digitalisation of African utilities’ service provision

During the Online-Update: Corona Crisis Africa GWP-members and experts discussed the current situation and Corona-related effects on the water sector in African countries. Berlin, 20.05.2020.… Read more

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DIGITAL WATER: THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS WATER 4.0

by Dr. Richard Vestner, Member of the Board at German Water Partnership Read more

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China: Back to normality?

During an online meeting of the GWP Regional Forum China, participants exchanged their thoughts on the general situation in the country and the impact of… Read more

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New at GWP: CERAFILTEC

The specialist for ceramic flat sheet membranes focuses primarily on non-European emerging countries. COO Miriam Sartor will explain which market opportunities she sees in those… Read more

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New at GWP: Pydro GmbH

The start-up company has set itself the goal of minimizing water losses and saving energy at the same time through its measuring system. Business angel… Read more

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New at GWP: Water Solutions International

As a non-profit association, Water Solutions International makes innovative solutions and technologies in the field of water and sanitation accessible in developing and emerging countries.… Read more

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New at GWP: awama GmbH

The spin-off of the Braunschweig-based machine manufacturer BMA adapts new approaches in wastewater treatment with innovative technology. Managing director Dr. Jochen Gaßmann explains its advantages… Read more

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From Water “3.0” to “4.0”

Interview with GWP bord member for smart water magazine Read more

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Information trip of a Moroccan delegation to Germany

Berlin, 11.–12.12.2019 Information trip of a Moroccan delegation to Germany Eight Moroccan buyers and multipliers in exchange with the German water sector Eight representatives of… Read more

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Workshop on the usage of sewage sludge in Egypt

Cairo, 10-13.12.2019 – Two workshops took place in Cairo and Mansoura, bringing to a close the ENOSIS project of GWP members TU Berlin and p2m… Read more

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New at GWP: BEULCO GmbH & Co. KG

The medium-sized enterprise from Attendorn offers solutions in the areas of domestic connection technology and mobile water supply as well as intelligent solutions and systems… Read more

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Business Delegation in India

Chancellor Merkel in India: Four GWP members on site Read more

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Special Presentation on Vietwater 06.11.2019

Successfully establishing vocational training and skilled engineering technicians based on German standards in Vietnam Plus a visit by the German Consul General Dr. Josefine Wallat… Read more

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Showcase in Russia for water management technology

Successful start of the exhibition in Russia for water management technology providers! The prospects for German-Russian economic relations are promising. German Water Partnership is part… Read more

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Developing sustainable solutions based on partnership

The GWP Annual Conference focused on 2030 Agenda and international cooperations. The central topics ustainability, international projects and intensified cooperation shaped the Annual Conference and… Read more

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Joint stand at IFAT 2020

04. – 08.05.2020, Munich, Hall B2 – GWP once again unites and presents the German water industry at IFAT, the world’s leading trade fair for… Read more

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All-Russian Water Congress 2019

24. – 26.06.2019, Moscow, Russia – At the All-Russian Water Congress, national and international technology providers present themselves, covering the areas of water rehabilitation, clean… Read more

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Merlion, Singapore

Exhibition Singapore

24. – 27.06.2019, Singapore – The exhibition focusing on water management in Singapore is initiated by eclareon GmbH in cooperation with German Water Partnership (GWP)… Read more

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Global Business Network opens Business & Cooperation Desk in Namibia

The Global Business Network (GBN) program, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), offers companies consulting and networking in countries… Read more

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40 Years of German-Jordanian Technical Cooperation in the Water Sector

In early 1967, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan was among the first Arab states to reestablish diplomatic relations with the Federal Republic of Germany, leading… Read more

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10 German Companies from the Water Sector explore Business Opportunities with Kenyan Partners

On behalf of  the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy within its Mittelstand Global Export Initiatove and in cooperation with German Water Partnership 10 German… Read more

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German firms eye Myanmar’s water sector

In November 2018 german companies travelled to Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw and Mandalay to explore Myanmar’s market with a special focus on water and wastewater… Read more

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1st Colombian-GWP-Day in Bogotá

Check out our first Colombian GWP-Day, which took place on 29 Ocotber 2018! You’ll find further information in Spanish on the website of the German… Read more

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BLUE PLANET Berlin ’18

On 22 October 2018 more than 120 participants from the international water community came together in the “Humboldt-Box” located in the heart of Berlin for… Read more

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IFAT India 2018

IFAT India 2018 was again a great success!   Check out our members, that presented their solutions for future water management challenges on the joint… Read more

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1. Zambian-German Water Partnership-Day

In cooperation with German Water Partnership (GWP) the Southern African- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry organised the Zambian-German Water Partnership Day in Lusaka on 11 October 2018. Next to… Read more

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Water Rousources Developement Act 2018

Letzte Woche wurde der “Water Resources Development Act 2018” in den USA verabschiedet, der hohe Investitionen in den Wassersektor erwarten lässt. Dean Amhaus, CEO unseres Partnerverbandes… Read more

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BLUE PLANET Berlin Water Dialogues

New solutions for urban water infrastructures needs interdisciplinary and integrative thinking   On 22 October 2018 more than 120 participants from the international water community… Read more

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German Water Partnership in Kuba

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German Desk – Financial Support and Solutions

Together with partner banks and the local German Chambers of Commerce, DEG is offering “German Desks”. The service is available for SME German companies and… Read more

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Iranian Decision Makers and Business Partners came to Germany – May 2018

On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi), German Water Partnership together with inter 3 Institute for Resource Management organised a… Read more

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