Effective water resource management is crucial in remote Pacific Island nations like Tuvalu, due to the unique geographical and climatic challenges that they face. With no surface water, Tuvalu relies solely on groundwater and rainwater. However, these resources face increasing threats from saltwater intrusion, rising sea levels, over-abstraction, storm surges, droughts, and pollution. Climate change further amplifies these risks, jeopardizing the sustainability of Tuvalu’s water supply.
To address these challenges, SPC is assisting Tuvalu’s government through the Managing Coastal Aquifers Project. This project aims to improve access to essential information and integrate community-based monitoring. By empowering local residents to act as citizen scientists, the project enhances data collection efficiency and fosters a stronger connection between communities and governments. In doing so, it supports both local and national governments in making informed and effective decisions regarding water management.
For more information about the project, please check out this link: https://gem.spc.int/projects/mca, or contact Peter Sinclair, Water Resources Assessment and Monitoring Coordinator at [email protected].
