Water in a Changing Environment
In mid-January 2026, Prof. David M. Hannah, Professor of Hydrology, UNESCO Chair in Water Sciences, and Director of the Birmingham Institute for Sustainability and Climate Action, visited the Text and Language Lab to deliver a lecture titled “Water in a Changing Environment.”
On this Earth Day, we are sharing a scientific statement from Prof. Hannah that highlights how environmental change is reshaping global water cycles. It presents a brief overview of how environmental change is influencing our water cycles, highlighting key challenges and the urgent need for action.
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About the Speaker
David Hannah is Professor of Hydrology in the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and Director of the Birmingham Institute for Sustainability and Climate Action. He is Chair-holder for the UNESCO Chair in Water Sciences at the University of Birmingham, and is a member of the Centre for Environmental Research and Justice (CERJ).
Acknowledgement
This lecture was hosted by the Text and Language Lab, bringing together scientific insight and public engagement on pressing environmental challenges.