Climate change threatens water, energy, and food (WEF) separately as well as the intersection of all three. The WEF nexus is an integrated approach that recognizes that food security is water security is energy security. Panelists share their experiences and knowledge working along the WEF nexus, and discuss key levers for climate adaptation within the WEF nexus.

Localization is a buzzword in the global development sector dating back to the 2016 World Humanitarian Summit, signing a “Grand Bargain” to center local actors in policy and programming. Panelists share their experiences in creating and working in partnerships between Global North and South actors, and explore what makes an effective partnership for localization in the water sector.

Envisioning a different future is key for bridging optimistic dreams with reality, including for improving water and climate resilience. Panelists discuss the state of water security in cities, identify areas for improvement and how to get there.

As the first event of the W12+ Accelerator, “Breaking the Cycle: COVID-19 and Water Insecurity, panelists share perspectives of global leaders and changemakers on the big picture of water security and COVID-19, with a particular focus on future trends, predictions, and risks.

Setting the stage for follow-up conversations at the W12+ Drive-in on October 23, 2020, panelists identify several examples of relevant funding for cities, including debt conversion options and water funds, and explore the different roles and responsibilities of entities involved in water security.