CWC Wins GEEF Global WaterTech Award 2024

The Central Water Commission (CWC) has been honored with the GEEF Global WaterTech Award in the category ‘Water Department of the Year’ at the Global Water Tech Summit – 2024, held by the Global Energy and Environment Foundation (GEEF) in New Delhi.

Award Recognition

The Global WaterTech Award celebrates significant achievements in the water sector, including advancements in innovation, technology, conservation, and sustainable development. The GEEF acknowledged CWC’s crucial role in:

• Hydro-Meteorological Data Collection
• Flood Forecasting
• Reservoir Storage Monitoring
• Water Quality Monitoring
• Coastal Area Management
• Water Resources Project Appraisal and Monitoring
• Resolution of Inter-State Water Issues

New Initiatives

CWC’s new initiatives were also recognized, including:

• Enhanced Synergy with State/UT Water Resources/Irrigation/Jal Shakti Departments
• Urban Hydrology Capacity Building for State Officials
• Extended Hydrological Prediction (EHP) Development
• Mobile App ‘Floodwatch India’ for Public Flood Information Dissemination

Chairman’s Address

At the summit, Shri Kushvinder Vohra, Chairman of CWC, highlighted India’s water resource scenario and emphasized the industry’s role in driving innovation and sustainability in water management.

Global Water Awards Overview

Purpose and Scope

The Global Water Awards, established by Global Water Intelligence in 2006, honor critical achievements in the international water industry. The awards cover categories such as water, wastewater, and desalination, recognizing:

• Improved Operating Performance
• Innovative Technology Adoption
• Sustainable Financial Models

Nominations are shortlisted by a panel of industry experts, with winners selected by Global Water Intelligence and Water Desalination Report subscribers.

National Water Awards

Objectives

Launched in 2007, the National Water Awards aim to encourage stakeholders, including NGOs, Gram Panchayats, Urban Local Bodies, Water User Associations, and others, to adopt innovative practices in:

• Ground Water Augmentation
• Rainwater Harvesting
• Artificial Recharge
• Water Use Efficiency
• Recycling and Re-Use

These awards promote holistic approaches to water conservation and management, reflecting the integral relationship between surface and ground water.

Recent Developments

The National Water Awards 2018 and 2019 were successful in recognizing efforts in water conservation. The National Water Awards 2020 continue this tradition, organized by the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, to further motivate stakeholders in water management.