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On March 15^th, 2024, our founder, Dr. Abror Gafurov took part in a pivotal event organized by USAID, ECSP, and Integra Government Services International, LLC at the Willson Centre to mark the conclusion of the Operational Snow Monitoring using MODSNOW in Central and South Asia project.

The event showcased groundbreaking advancements in water security, with a particular focus on the innovative MODSNOW tool. Dr. Abror Gafurov, delivered an informative presentation on the capabilities and impact of the MODSNOW tool in revolutionizing snow monitoring and hydrological forecasting in the Central and South Asian regions.

Distinguished guests, including Ambassadors Baktybek Amanbaev, Farrukh Hamralizoda, and Sridhar Khatri, as well as esteemed experts such as Änjali Kaur, Lauren Herzer Risi, Mary Melnyk, Sherri Goodman, and Dr. Eric Rudenshiold, joined the event to share invaluable insights and perspectives on water security challenges and solutions in the region.

The panel discussion delved into the critical threats facing water resources in Central and South Asia, emphasizing the far-reaching implications for energy, food security, and stability. Attendees gained invaluable knowledge on how the deployment of the MODSNOW tool is bolstering water security efforts and mitigating risks in the region.

Missed the event? Don’t worry! You can catch up by watching the event recording here https://bit.ly/4acog9Q

Innovative Water and Environmental Solutions (IWES) is proud to announce its collaboration with Hydrosolutions (Switzerland) on the SAPPHIRE project – Smart & Precise Prognostic Hydrology for Innovative Risk Management and Resource Use Efficiency in Central Asia. Funded by the Swiss Agency for Development & Cooperation, this groundbreaking initiative aims to revolutionize hydrological monitoring systems across Central Asia.

Despite previous investments in Central Asian National Hydromets (CA NMHS), institutions have faced challenges in leveraging new technologies to their full potential. IWES recognizes the critical need to address these issues, particularly in processing data from modern gauging stations and optimizing high-frequency data management for accurate hydrological forecasts.

The SAPPHIRE project kickoff workshop, held in Bishkek from April 13–14, 2023, marked the beginning of this transformative journey. Dr. Abror Gafurov actively participated in discussions aimed at enhancing hydrological services through improved data processing and control mechanisms.
Over the course of the 4-year project, IWES will work closely with Hydrosoltuions to implement cutting-edge tools and methodologies. Initially focusing on the Kyrgyz NMHS, Hydrosolutions with IWES aim to achieve significant advancements in operational hydrology workflows before extending these innovations to Kazakh, Uzbek, and Tajik NMHS.

Source: https://www.hydrosolutions.ch/news/sapphire-central-asia-project-kickoff-workshop

Innovative Water and Environmental Solutions, along with Dr. Abror Gafurov, Dr. Akmal Gafurov, and Mr. Friedrich Busch, conducted training sessions from February 27 to March 01, 2024, at the BASERA BOUTIQUE HOTEL, Kathmandu, Nepal. This training, part of the Operational Snow Monitoring using MODSNOW in Central and South Asia project funded by USAID, aimed to introduce the MODSNOW Tool to the team Department of Hydrology and Meteorology in Nepal and other interested institutions across the country. Participants learned snowmelt and glacier melt analysis, hydrological forecasting methods, the interpretation of MODSNOW outputs and how the implementation of the MODSNOW Tool at DHM enhances water management and snow monitoring practices in Nepal.

A key outcome of the training was the implementation of the MODSNOW Tool at DHM, reinforcing the organization’s capacity to monitor and forecast snowmelt and glacier melt in the region. By leveraging MODSNOW, DHM is empowered to make informed decisions and optimize water management strategies for the benefit of Nepal’s communities and ecosystems.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all participants, lecturers, and partners for their dedication and contributions to the success of this training initiative. As we continue our journey towards sustainable water resource management, Innovative Water and Environmental Solutions remains committed to driving positive change and innovation in the field.