IWMI has been named the 2012 Stockholm Water Prize Laureate, the ‘world´s most prestigious prize for outstanding achievements in water-related activities’. Awarded annually, IWMI is the first international research institute to win the award. The announcement, made on UN World Water Day 22 March, stated that the prize was awarded in recognition of IWMI’s ‘pioneering research that has served to improve water management, enhance food security, alleviate poverty and protect environmental health worldwide.’
In its citation, The Stockholm Water Prize Nominating Committee states: “The International Water Management Institute is the foremost organization in agricultural water management. Their work has led to new policies and investments in agriculture that have not only enabled more productive use of water, but have enhanced food security, economic development and environmental health around the world.“
H.M. King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden will present the prize at a Royal Award Ceremony during the 2012 World Water Week in Stockholm on August 23.
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International Water Management Institute (IWMI) named 2012 Stockholm Water Prize Laureate
The Stockholm Water Prize
Congrats IWMI team!