Pacific Institute

Today, the Pacific Institute is proud to launch an ambitious new strategic plan through 2026. As climate change radically intensifies our water challenges, the strategy focuses on one thing: accelerating the global transformation to water resilience. See the plan here: https://lnkd.in/gWXYnHXV We’re also thrilled to announce a $1 million gift from our Board Chair Sally Liu to expand our global impact through 2030 by jumpstarting a fundraising effort. Read the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gkd3Tban “The Pacific Institute is uniquely positioned to catalyze the transformation to water resilience,” said Liu. “I invite others to support this critical work at this critical time—by investing in the organization at the epicenter of water resilience solutions so deeply needed.” What’s new? First, we’re focused on four Impact Areas with outsized potential for accelerating action: • Water Equity • Water Efficiency & Reuse • Nature-Based Solutions • Corporate Water Stewardship Second, we are expanding efforts to accelerate implementation of water resilience solutions by companies, governments, frontline communities, and other levers of change. We’ll also increase our focus on unlocking systems-level opportunities to scale solutions by engaging with networks and informing and influencing policy. We’re so grateful to step into the next phase of the journey toward 2030 with hundreds of amazing collaborators, partners, philanthropists, and supporters. Hear from some of them, including Sanda Ojiambo of the United Nations Global Compact, John Matthews of Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA), Vedika Bhandarkar of Water.org, J. Carl Ganter of Circle of Blue, Tony Stayner, Sanjeev Chadha, Felicia Marcus & Todd Reeve of Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) in this video. Care to join us on the journey to solve the water crisis? Learn more about how you can help the Pacific Institute accelerate action on water resilience: https://lnkd.in/gcny7xBn #WaterResilience2030 Jason Morrison | Peter Gleick | Heather Cooley | Amanda Bielawski, PhD | Nicole Wickenhauser | Pete Stanga | Davide Coppola | European Space Agency - ESA | Naabia Ofosu-Amaah | The Nature Conservancy | George McGraw | DigDeep | Christophe Beck | Emilio Tenuta | Betsy Taylor LiKEN Knowledge | Nicole Lampe | Water Hub | Adrian Sym | Bob Wilkenson | Andrew Faalund | Kate Gasner | Olivier Marie | John Thacher | Paul Traina | Marielle Villar Martiney | Gavin Power | Jennifer Schorsch | Michelle McGill

Pacific Institute Senior Researcher Cora Snyder will be featured at #GreenBiz25 February 11 in Phoenix, Arizona. The session, “Corporate Nature Case Studies: Lessons from Leaders Across Industries” will feature corporate nature leaders and case studies highlighting what successful business action on nature can look like. The GreenBiz sustainability conference is designed for business leaders seeking hands-on, tangible solutions and is hosted by Trellis Group. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gh8V5y5Y

The Pacific Institute is proud to launch a new white paper introducing the levelized cost of water to corporate water stewardship practitioners. A standardized, easy-to-calculate metric, levelized cost of water aims to help companies make data-driven decisions in their water stewardship efforts.    Water risks are intensifying for companies globally, and the need for effective, actionable water stewardship has never been greater. Authored by AMP Insights’s Sarah Kruse, PhD and David Pilz, and Pacific Institute’s Sonali A. and Heather Cooley, this white paper introduces the levelized cost of water, explains its role within the broader water stewardship framework, and explores its benefits and applications.    Download the white paper to explore how the levelized cost of water can transform corporate water stewardship: https://lnkd.in/gMpyYswp   #LevelizedCostOfWater #CorporateWaterStewardship #WaterResilience 

Maintaining reliable access to fresh water is one of the most pressing global challenges, exacerbated by climate volatility, water scarcity, pollution, and weak governance. In response, over 40 Fortune 500 companies have made ambitious water replenishment commitments to improve watershed health and secure the resources on which they depend.   So, how can businesses ensure their water replenishment programs are effective and credible?   The #CEOWaterMandate and Bluerisk present "Governing Corporate Water Replenishment Programs: Twelve Practical Tips and Lessons Learned." Launched today, this new resource offers actionable guidance based on the experiences of seven global companies.   What’s inside? 💧 Practical strategies for overcoming challenges like partner coordination, resource allocation, and effective reporting. 💧 Key lessons from implementing water replenishment programs at 550+ sites across 25 countries. 💧 Insights to help companies avoid greenwashing and ensure long-term impact.   This resource is designed to help you build trust, resilience, and positive outcomes for both watersheds and stakeholders. Read the paper: https://lnkd.in/gVaU7TpR   #CorporateWaterStewardship #WaterResilience

How can businesses ensure their water replenishment programs are effective and credible? Tomorrow, the #CEOWaterMandate and Bluerisk present: "Governing Corporate Water Replenishment Programs: 12 Practical Tips and Lessons Learned." The conversation will reflect on the experiences of seven global companies in governing their corporate water stewardship initiative and provide an opportunity to engage some of the leading companies in corporate water stewardship. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gZCqTr_U #CorporateWaterStewardship #WaterResilience

The #CEOWaterMandate is proud to be a Community Partner for #GreenBiz25 (Feb 10-12, Phoenix, AZ), hosted by Trellis Group! The Mandate will be there as part of our efforts to build a water-resilient future. Use our code GB25CWM to save 10% on your All-Access Pass. Register today: https://buff.ly/41lAYS6

The Pacific Institute's Water Conflict Chronology was recently featured in The Telegraph. The Chronology is the largest open-source database offering critical insights into how water has been a trigger, casualty, and a weapon in conflicts worldwide for thousands of years. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/ghVzM6Ed

Our water systems are facing unprecedented threats. The time to act is now. The Pacific Institute’s strategic plan provides a clear path forward, focusing on water equity, water efficiency and reuse, nature-based solutions, and corporate water stewardship. Download the new strategic plan to explore how we aim to accelerate action toward global water resilience: https://lnkd.in/gWXYnHXV #WaterResilience2030 #PacificInstitute2030Impact Jason Morrison

Last chance to register for tomorrow's #StormwaterCapture webinar hosted by The Water Research Foundation (WRF). Presenters will describe the proven methodologies and their applications that can support the integration of SCU projects at the local, state, and regional scale. Pacific Institute Senior Researchers Shannon Spurlock and Morgan Shimabuku will be featured along with Jane Clary of Wright Water Engineers, Inc., Janet Clements of One Water Econ, and Harry Zhang of the Water Research Foundation. This webinar is free and open to the public. Register today➡️ https://lnkd.in/gdPFKe9k

Vijayakumar C., CEO & Managing Director of HCLTech, shows how efforts in water stewardship, particularly the Yamuna River Basin efforts, can harness the power of #CollectiveAction to address critical water challenges. From rejuvenating over 140 water structures to planting 600,000 native trees, these initiatives show that when diverse stakeholders unite, ambitious goals become achievable realities. As part of the #CEOWaterMandate and #WaterResilienceCoalition many companies are fostering partnerships to create scalable, impactful solutions that are good for businesses and the environment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gNZ9QDK9