Water is the lifeblood of our planet. It shapes landscapes, supports ecosystems, and sustains human life. Yet, as the 21st century unfolds, the world faces an unprecedented water crisis—one that is being amplified by the accelerating forces of climate change.

Across continents, the rhythms of rain, snow, and seasonal flows that have governed life for millennia are becoming less predictable. Glaciers that feed rivers are shrinking. Groundwater tables are falling. Droughts are deepening, and floods are becoming more frequent and more destructive. From megacities to rural farmlands, communities are grappling with water insecurity at a scale and speed never before seen.