Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, December 13, 2024 – The International Desalination and Reuse
Association (IDRA) and the CEO Water Mandate, a special initiative of the UN Global Compact, have
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration and promote innovative water
stewardship practices worldwide.
The partnership aims to align efforts in addressing global water challenges by uniting expertise, data,
and resources from two leading organizations in the water sector. With a shared vision of building a
water-resilient future, the MoU emphasizes advancing sustainable water desalination, reuse
technologies, and stewardship initiatives across industries, governments, and communities.
Key Objectives of the MoU Include:
Driving Collective Action: Engaging businesses, NGOs, academia, governments, and communities
to create basin-level water solutions.
Enhancing Data Access and Capacity Building: Co-developing tools, case studies, and training
programs to scale water stewardship practices.
Strengthening Influence and Advocacy: Aligning strategies to amplify water stewardship efforts
and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.
This collaboration marks a significant step in uniting fragmented efforts within the water sector,
showcasing a commitment to fostering innovation and collective impact. The partnership will operate
under a structured framework, including an annual work plan and regular progress reviews, to ensure
accountability and measurable outcomes.
Shannon McCarthy, Secretary General and Executive Director of IDRA, commented, “This MoU
symbolizes our joint dedication to advancing sustainable water management practices through
innovation, collaboration, and alignment of efforts on a global scale. By leveraging the strengths of both
organizations, we are better positioned to inspire and mobilize action to secure a water-resilient future.”
This strategic partnership represents a milestone in advancing water security and stewardship while
setting an example for organizations and stakeholders to work collectively in addressing global water
challenges.