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Three girls smile and celebrate under flowing water from a tap.
UNDP

In the Marshall Islands’ outer atolls, families relied on fragile rainwater and brackish wells. Now, community-led systems deliver reliable, safe water.

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New rainwater systems are boosting water access and climate resilience in remote atolls – powered by strong youth and community involvement.
10 local volunteers supporting tank assembly and transporting sand and coral for the tank foundations.
Training in carpentry, plumbing, and masonry is equipping local builders with the skills to upgrade rainwater harvesting systems in their communities.
Four people install a rooftop rainwater harvesting system in the Marshall Islands
The strong sense of accomplishment and satisfaction, along with a feeling of community ownership, made the endeavor even more meaningful.
 A cargo ship is seen in the distance on the crystal-clear waters of a Marshall Islands atoll, transporting vital rainwater harvesting materials to support the community's water security efforts.
New project will support the atoll nation to adapt to growing climate risks, particularly more frequent and extreme droughts which impact water…
Aerial view of RMI atoll