Groundwater Photo Book

The importance of groundwater cannot be overstated. And while many people live in groundwater depleted regions, it is very difficult to show this problem to a wider audience. The fact is, that this resource is confined to the underground, and as such invisible to people. As a result, the real challenge to a photographer or journalist – indeed to all of us in the water sector – is then how to present it.

At Water Science Policy, we figured that we can change… Mehr anzeigen

The goal of this project is to make the invisible visible and raise awareness (and interest!) for the importance of groundwater and the problems that affect billions around the world: accessibility, contamination and overextraction of groundwater. Awareness and interest are the first ingredients to improve water services, connect the unconnected, protect water resources and entire ecosystems.

We believe that storytelling is one of the best ways to reach an… Mehr anzeigen

We had an overwhelmingly positive response across countries, sectors and age groups. And many of the submissions had a greater impact on us than yet another groundwater-related report or paper. That is because we were able to relate and connect to others through some truly amazing photo stories. On a very personal level, they helped us comprehend that protecting groundwater is the only solution for many people who lack access to safe and affordable water s… Mehr anzeigen

The money will go to the production costs of the Photo Book, i.e. primarily the layout, copy-editing, printing and shipping. We also aim to equally remunerate all photographers that are featured in the book.

Water Science Policy (WSP) is a multilingual multimedia platform that delivers insider water-related content to everyone. Founded in May 2020 by a graduate cohort of the University of Oxfords School of Geography and the Environment, WSP now comprises over 100 volunteers from more than 25 different countries. The two co-founder Silvia and Chris, continue working on Water Science Policy in their free time.

We believe that solving the water puzzle can help to… Mehr anzeigen