Impact of Climate Change on the Watersheds Supplying Water to Bogotá: A Case Study of the Orinoco Macro-Basin.

Project: Research Project

Project Details

Description

The project investigates the effects of climate change on the watersheds within the Orinoco macro-basin, focusing on those supplying water to Bogotá. It uses historical data and climate projections to analyze changes in the water balance and create vulnerability maps.

Keywords

Climate change, water balance, water vulnerability, Orinoco macro-basin, Bogotá, global warming, droughts.

Commitments / Obligations

Generate water vulnerability maps, scientific articles, and outreach materials such as podcasts and videos. Promote social awareness and climate adaptation proposals to mitigate future impacts on Bogotá's water supply.
StatusActive
Effective start/end date9/16/24 → 9/16/25

UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This project contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 13 - Climate Action

Main Funding Source

  • Incubator

Location

  • Bogotá D.C.