CWC Honored with GEEF Global WaterTech Award 2024
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Award Name | GEEF Global WaterTech Award |
| Category Won | Water Department of the Year |
| Event | Global Water Tech Summit - 2024 |
| Organizer | Global Energy and Environment Foundation (GEEF) |
| Location | New Delhi |
| Recipient | Central Water Commission (CWC) |
| Key Recognitions | 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 | Enhanced Synergy with State/UT Departments, Urban Hydrology Capacity Building, Extended Hydrological Prediction (EHP) Development, Floodwatch India Mobile App |
| Chairman's Address | Shri Kushvinder Vohra, Chairman of CWC, emphasized India's water resource scenario and industry's role in innovation and sustainability. |
| Global Water Awards | Established in 2006 by Global Water Intelligence, covers water, wastewater, and desalination sectors. Recognizes improved operating performance, innovative technology adoption, and sustainable financial models. |
| National Water Awards | Launched in 2007, encourages stakeholders to adopt innovative practices in ground water augmentation, rainwater harvesting, artificial recharge, water use efficiency, recycling, and re-use. |
| Recent Developments | National Water Awards 2018 and 2019 were successful; National Water Awards 2020 continue to motivate stakeholders in water management. |