Hydro Nation Virtual Water Pavilion
Scotland’s Hydro Nation Strategy was established in 2012, to fulfil the statutory duty on Scottish Ministers to ensure “the development of the value of Scotland's water resources". In the context of climate change, this means that we recognise the importance of responsible stewardship of our water resources to delivering an innovative water sector that supports a flourishing low-carbon economy and plays a crucial role in international development support.
The Hydro Nation Virtual Experience highlights some key examples of this activity and features six tours themed on key areas of Scotland’s Hydro Nation delivery. Please take some time to explore the content and immerse yourself in Scotland’s iconic water landscapes.
You will also find a planner and information on key waters-related events at the conference to assist you in planning your COP26 around water.
Re-imagining and diversifying the use of the world's inland waterways is a critical part of the global effort to achieve net zero and mitigate flood risk. Scottish Canals, along with partners in the public, private and third sectors, has created Europe's first dynamic canal system in North Glasgow – the Glasgow Smart Canal – which is helping tackle health inequalities in some of Europe's most deprived communities, attract investment and create sustainable places.
Join us via our live- stream from the Scotland Climate Ambition Zone. Live stream option only for general public.
New concepts, like the ‘sponge-city’ concept, go beyond the traditional supply-collect-discharge-paradigm and propose to close urban water cycles, e.g. by decentral storage, infiltration and reuse. The session will present lessons learnt and recommendations for other cities in closing urban water cycles to build drought resilient water supplies.
Water Pavilion: Virtual Meeting Details (waterforclimate.net)
Host: Minna Epps, Director of IUCN Global Marine and Polar Programme
Type of event: In-person, Nature Pavilion
The session will bring together insights from global efforts at synthesis of adaptation experiences and reflect on the entire spectrum from effective adaptation to maladaptation with a special focus on adaptation to water-related hazards.
Water Pavilion: Virtual Meeting Details (waterforclimate.net)
Scotland has ambitions to become a leading hydrogen nation and this event will showcase our vision, attributes, key projects, and investment opportunities. Hear about our ambitious strategy, see case studies from Scottish and global industry leaders and understand the value of hydrogen to our economy.
In this session you'll hear from Scottish Government Cabinet Secretary Michael Matheson about Scotland’s impressive political support for hydrogen and why it is so important for the country. This will be followed by a tour of Scotland’s major hydrogen success stories and a panel debate featuring Scottish industry leaders.
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Register to attend these events on eventsair - a Scottish Government partner website. You'll need to create an account to attend.
Nature-based solutions can help build resilience for coastal communities whilst also being utilised as critical component of comprehensive risk management. Here we identify the building blocks required to use coastal ecosystems for both their mitigation and adaptation value, showcasing the elements required to design replicable and scalable solutions. Practical case study examples will be showcased from across the globe.
Water Pavilion: Virtual Meeting Details (waterforclimate.net)
Scotland has ambitions to become a leading hydrogen nation and this event will showcase our vision, attributes, key projects, and investment opportunities. Hear about our ambitious strategy, see case studies from Scottish and global industry leaders and understand the value of hydrogen to our economy.
This session will focus on the benefits of working together globally to realise the benefits of a hydrogen economy. It will feature keynotes from leading global companies, examples of successful international collaboration and information on how Scottish Development International can provide support.
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Register to attend these events on eventsair - a Scottish Government partner website. You'll need to create an account to attend.
Speakers will present on effective and scalable frameworks for assessing and addressing climate risks, identifying the policies and institutional capacity needed to more widely incorporate these approaches within national climate programs, climate finance, and the private sector.
Water Pavilion: Virtual Meeting Details (waterforclimate.net)
Scotland has ambitions to become a leading hydrogen nation and this event will showcase our vision, attributes, key projects, and investment opportunities. Hear about our ambitious strategy, see case studies from Scottish and global industry leaders and understand the value of hydrogen to our economy.
This session will explore how the supply chain can gear up in time to deliver the hydrogen economy. It will explain how, for Scotland, this is as much an opportunity as a challenge with case studies from key upcoming projects and leading Scottish companies and a spotlight on skills requirements.
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Register to attend these events on eventsair - a Scottish Government partner website. You'll need to create an account to attend.
This event provides an overview of the World Meteorological Organization’s Hydrological Status and Outlook System (HydroSOS): A system for monitoring and predicting global freshwater hydrological conditions.
Water Pavilion: Virtual Meeting Details (waterforclimate.net)
