Groundwater Value

New data that advances understanding of the value of groundwater published by the World Bank

The Hidden Wealth of Nations: The Economics of Groundwater in Times of Climate Change report offers new data that advances the understanding of groundwater’s value, showing how groundwater is a major asset in a country’s resource portfolio—but also the costs of its mismanagement and the opportunities to leverage its potential.

Published in June 2023, this World Bank report emphasizes that groundwater today, and more so in the future, will be a foundation for adapting to climate change. Brimming with captivating visuals and insightful statistical data, this valuable reference material delves deep into groundwater usage globally.

Download the report today at https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/water/publication/the-hidden-wealth-of-nations-groundwater-in-times-of-climate-change?intcid=ecr_hp_headerP_en_ext.