World Water Day 2026
Most of what shapes our water is not visible. In laboratories, samples are tested and analysed — small vials carrying information about rivers, lakes and coasts. Behind each one is
Strategy Implementation
Research Objectives
The Water Forum’s overarching research objective is:
To ensure all guidance concerning water quality and the management of water resources in Ireland, provided by the Forum is supported by the best available science; and where knowledge gaps exist, to carry out or commission research to support the delivery of the Strategic Plan.
This overarching objective is supported by three sub-objectives:
- To engage with stakeholders to identify research knowledge gaps and to assist in the delivery of research actions designed to support the Water Forum’s Strategic Plan.
- To develop and implement research actions to advance thinking and policy development related to water quality, water services, or the management of water resources
- To synthesize knowledge and research to advance communication and understanding between the scientific research community, policy
Communications Objectives
The overarching objectives are:
- Ensure the Forum policy positions and advice regarding our water environment and water services is made available to government departments, relevant stakeholders and organisations.
- Develop opportunities for dialogue, engagement and dissemination of scientific research and recommendations to inform and influence actions and outcomes for the protection of Ireland’s water resources.
- Establish the Forum’s profile as the proactive and authoritative national stakeholder body informing on water policy, management and governance.
- Support the implementation of the Strategic Plan 2022-2027, the Research Strategy and Education Strategy.
- Generate greater awareness and understanding of the value of water and advocate for capacity building to encourage water protection, conservation and future proofing.
