Philippine hydro hub
Learn more about the Philippine Hydro HubThe Philippine Hydro Hub is dedicated to supporting people undertaking hydrological research in the Philippines and to make use of the knowledge and outcomes from that research to support sustainable water management by:
- sharing information about the hydrology and water management of the Philippines
- providing access to models and tools to help the community tackle the country's pressing water-related challenges
- fostering meaningful collaboration among people and organisations with an interest or role in the country's water resources and environment
- facilitating engaging events that promote the exchange of knowledge and ideas, sparking new initiatives and partnerships
Over the past decade, the Philippines has improved its national water security index and now lies within the top third of Asian countries. Nevertheless, the Philippines continues to face significant hydrological challenges due to its exposure to extreme weather events, seasonal variability and growing water demand. Typhoons, monsoon rains and prolonged dry periods contribute to flooding, droughts and water scarcity, affecting agriculture, urban areas and ecosystems. Population growth further stresses water resources, while land-use changes, such as urbanisation and agricultural expansion, increase stress on watersheds.
Research on the country's hydrology and water management is crucial to developing sustainable solutions, improving water security and mitigating climate-related risks. Enhanced hydrological studies can inform policies, optimise resource allocation and support resilient infrastructure, ensuring a stable water supply for future generations.
Vision
A vibrant network of people, supported by shared resources, working together to protect, conserve and sustain the water resources of the Philippines for future generations, and to safeguard communities and the environment from water-related hazards.
Aims
The Philippine Hydro Hub represents an open community of researchers and practitioners that share an interest in hydrological science, water resources management and the protection of the water environment. We aim to:
- share information about sources of Philippine hydrological and water management data and support access to it
- share accessible and effective methods, models and tools that empower the community to address the country's water-related challenges
- foster collaboration across all stakeholders involved in water management, including academic researchers, government, industry, business, civil society organisations, communities and citizens
- facilitate events that provide opportunities to share knowledge and ideas that stimulate new activities and projects
By promoting collaboration we aim to enhance knowledge exchange, support decision making and drive collective innovation and action toward sustainable water management practices and solutions.
Background
The Philippine Hydro Hub has been initiated through a collaboration between the University of the Philippines Diliman (opens in a new tab), Ateneo de Manila University (opens in a new tab) and the British Geological Survey (opens in a new tab). The work has been funded by the UK Department for Science Innovation and Technology's International Science Partnerships Fund (opens in a new tab) in partnership with the British Council (opens in a new tab). The associated project to develop this web platform and build a community that sustains the collaboration in the future continues until April 2026.