Exciting news from CCWATER! The consortium met online today after getting together in person in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. We discussed the work packages updates and next steps including the Winter School and the concluding meeting in #China.

CCWATER, an Erasmus Plus project, boasts collaboration among 11 universities spanning 6 countries, all orchestrated by the coordination of NMBU – Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Norway.

The project’s primary objective is to fortify water-related higher education in the six partner countries. The aim is to enhance resilience against the impacts of climate change by equipping higher education institutions (HEIs) with modern technology, as well as fostering the development of competencies and skills through contemporary teaching resources for climate change adaptation .

From October 12 to 14, students from the National University of Mongolia and the Mongolian University of Science and Technology embarked on an inspiring journey as they participated in the CCWATER Hackathon. This event ran parallel to the CCWATER project meeting in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and was centered around the theme “The Better and Adapted Water Resources Management in the Gobi Region.”

The students’ mission was clear: to delve into the critical issues and challenges surrounding water management in the Gobi region, particularly in the face of mounting pressures from climate change.

These young teams approached the challenge from diverse perspectives, examining both the technical and policy aspects of managing surface water and groundwater. Their dedication and innovative ideas were nurtured by our dedicated mentors, resulting in impressive progress.

To mark the event’s conclusion, Professor Harsha Ratnaweera presented certificates to these future young professionals, acknowledging their hard work and commitment.

The CCWATER project took place in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from October 12 to October 14, 2023. This event was organized in collaboration with our partners, the National University of Mongolia and the Mongolian University of Science and Technology. Our international consortium, consisting of 11 universities from six different countries came together at the premises of the National University of Mongolia on the first day to facilitate the exchange of ideas and strategies aimed at enhancing the efficiency of our project. It was a day focused on sharing insights and refining our approach.

On the second day of our meeting, we had the opportunity of visiting the premises of our partner, the Mongolian University of Science and Technology. This day was characterized by in-depth discussions and a packed schedule, both of which played a pivotal role in advancing our project objectives.

The three-day event came to an end with a well-defined plan where all partners are fully committed to taking the necessary steps to bring this project to fruition by the summer of 2024.