This collaboration marks a major step in bringing water to the centre of climate action

Climate change is first felt through water – but it is also where solutions begin,

It is a great honour for me to be accepted into a circle of eminent hydrologists and water scientists from around the world. This recognition is not only for my work, but for the efforts of the many colleagues, students, and collaborators who have shaped these ideas with me. Hydrology must be more than a technical discipline—it must connect to the real world, and ensure that knowledge helps protect communities and build resilience.

“Of course, what we are doing is building something to tackle the consequences of climate change. But the ideal solution would be if there were no climate change to begin with.”