On September 1, 2026, our CEO, Dr. Christof Bosbach, joined a high-level German business delegation accompanying Environment Minister Carsten Schneider to the 4th Indo-German Environment Forum (IGEF) in New Delhi.
As the leading bilateral platform for environmental policy dialogue between Germany and India, the forum brought together around 200 representatives from government, industry, science and environmental organizations. Under the theme "Together for More Resilience", participants explored key topics including biodiversity, climate adaptation, resource efficiency, circular economy, sustainable technologies and investment opportunities.
In his role as a Board Member of the German Water Partnership (GWP), Dr. Bosbach highlighted the close connection between water management, biodiversity protection, and resilient economic development. The discussions clearly demonstrated that nature conservation, secure water supply and economic growth are not competing priorities. Rather, they are interconnected elements of a single system. In this context, digital water infrastructure is more than a tool for improving efficiency. It plays an active role in protecting natural resources and enabling sustainable development. As Dr. Bosbach highlighted: "What we do not measure, we cannot manage. And what we cannot manage, we cannot effectively protect."
Beyond diplomacy, these exchanges strengthen ties within the global water community. They foster dialogue, support new partnerships and open the door to future cooperation. Over time, they can also contribute to business development opportunities. India's ongoing digital transformation of the water sector represents a significant development for the future of sustainable water management. Increasing water stress, rapid urbanization, and the need for more efficient infrastructure are driving fundamental changes in the country.
The key takeaway from New Delhi is clear: resilience is created when data, infrastructure, business, and nature conservation work together. It reinforces a simple conviction: digital water infrastructure is about far more than efficiency. It helps communities use water more responsibly, strengthens resilience, and supports sustainable growth. Contributing to this transition is both an opportunity and a responsibility.