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Global Water Center Welcomes Esteemed WASH Leader Vida Duti to Board of Directors

Global Water Center Welcomes Esteemed WASH Leader Vida Duti to Board of Directors

by Communications Team | Jul 10, 2025 | Press Release

Global Water Center is honored to welcome Vida Duti, a globally recognized expert in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) systems, to its Board of Directors. Vida Duti’s 20+ years of leadership have reshaped public systems, influenced national policies, and built...
Global Water Center Launches Innovative East Africa Water Project with US $1.1 Million in Grants from the Grundfos Foundation and The Coca-Cola Foundation

Global Water Center Launches Innovative East Africa Water Project with US $1.1 Million in Grants from the Grundfos Foundation and The Coca-Cola Foundation

by Communications Team | Mar 19, 2025 | Press Release

CHARLESTON, S.C., March 20, 2025— Global Water Center (GWC) is launching a groundbreaking project to improve access to safely managed water across East Africa, with the initial phase supported by $1.1 million in grants from the Grundfos Foundation and The Coca-Cola...
New Guide Boosts Sustainability of Solar Powered Water Systems

New Guide Boosts Sustainability of Solar Powered Water Systems

by Communications Team | Feb 6, 2025 | Press Release

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 30, 2025 — Global Water Center (GWC) has released the Solar Powered Water Systems: Operations & Maintenance Guide, a groundbreaking resource designed to improve the long-term functionality of solar powered water systems (SPWS). SPWS...
Eric Wei of Global Water Center Named a Leader in Water Sustainability and Climate Tech

Eric Wei of Global Water Center Named a Leader in Water Sustainability and Climate Tech

by Communications Team | Feb 6, 2025 | Press Release

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global Water Center (GWC) proudly announces that Eric Wei, Carbon Program Director, was featured in the latest issue of H2O Global News as a leading expert in water sustainability and climate technology. This...
Partnership Aims to Improve Safe Water Access Across Tanzania

Partnership Aims to Improve Safe Water Access Across Tanzania

by Communications Team | Jan 27, 2025 | Press Release

CHARLESTON, S.C., January 27, 2025— Global Water Center (GWC) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Tanzania’s Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) aimed at improving access to safe and reliable water for communities across Tanzania. This...
Global Water Center Welcomes Will Garde, P.E., as Senior Director for Regional Programs & Technical Services

Global Water Center Welcomes Will Garde, P.E., as Senior Director for Regional Programs & Technical Services

by Alyson Rockhold | Jan 21, 2025 | Press Release

Global Water Center (GWC) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Will Garde, P.E., as Senior Director for Regional Programs & Technical Services. Will brings over a decade of expertise in water and wastewater systems, watershed management, source water...
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WASH Asset and Risk Management (De-risking WASH Investments)

We support stakeholders in understanding and mitigating the risks embedded in WASH investments—protecting assets and ensuring long-term viability and bankability of projects.

Deliverables

  • Comprehensive risk assessments (technical, climate, operational, financial)
  • Asset management strategies and lifecycle planning
  • Life-cycle cost and cost-benefit analyses
  • Investment reports, prospectuses, and bankability assessments
  • Risk mitigation & maintenance frameworks aligned with blended finance or PPP models

Safe Water Enterprises Operations

We strengthen the governance, financial viability, and customer service of local safe water enterprises—forming the backbone of sustainable service delivery.

Deliverables

  • Business model design with cost/revenue projections
  • Tariff frameworks and cost-recovery strategies
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operations and billing
  • Staff training in customer engagement and financial management
  • Sustainability scorecards and performance benchmarking tools

Remote Monitoring and Data Services

Harnessing IoT and digital innovation, we build systems that monitor water services in real time—boosting reliability, transparency, and efficiency.

Deliverables

  • Sensor-based monitoring infrastructure (flow, pressure, quality)
  • Dashboards, mobile apps, and digital tools for data collection
  • Performance monitoring aligned with SDG 6 indicators
  • Automated reporting systems for funders and stakeholders
  • Data literacy and platform training for local utilities and teams

Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)

We adopt a holistic watershed-based perspective to optimize water use, enhance ecosystem health, and support community resilience—all aligned with climate realities.

Deliverables

  • Water-balance and allocation modeling across basins
  • Climate resilience and vulnerability risk assessments
  • Design of natural infrastructure and watershed restoration solutions
  • Multi-stakeholder governance frameworks and decision-support tools
  • Policy guidance for integrated, sustainable resource management

Technical and Engineering Mentoring and Support

Beyond training, we deliver adaptive, tech-enabled mentoring—powered by AI—to support professionals through implementation, troubleshooting, and career growth.

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  • AI-powered support tools, including web assistants and multilingual WhatsApp bots
  • Personalized peer mentoring through partnerships like RWSN
  • Ongoing follow-up for course alumni with nudges, resources, and encouragement
  • Knowledge repositories and technical helpdesks tailored to WASH engineering needs

WASH Infrastructure Planning, Design, and Construction Support

We provide tailored, standards-based engineering support—from feasibility to construction—for sustainable WASH systems. We ensure reliability, climate resilience, and community ownership at every stage.

Deliverables

  • Feasibility studies and site assessments
  • Hydraulic modeling and detailed designs
  • Technical schematics, Bill of Quantities (BoQs), and tender packages
  • Construction supervision and quality assurance reports
  • Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals and community training materials

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