Looking Ahead to 2050: Scenarios of Alternative Investment Approaches
This report examines the future of food production, water use, and the environment, projecting to 2050. It explores various scenarios, including improving rainfed agriculture, enhancing irrigation efficiency, expanding irrigated areas, and increasing trade. The report highlights the trade-offs between water use, food security, and environmental sustainability, and suggests strategies for different regions based on their strengths and limitations.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: |
international water management institute (iwmi) |
| Authors: | Annette Huber-lee, Dennis Wichelns, Eric Kemp-benedict, Jippe Hoogeveen, Johan Rockström, Line J. Gordon, Louise Karlberg, Munir A. Hanjra, Nishadi Eriyagama, Charlotte De Fraiture |
| Time horizon: | 2050 |
| Geographic focus: | Global |
Methods
The research method used in the report involves scenario analysis, projecting future food production and water use under various conditions. It considers factors such as energy prices, climate change, globalization, and gender roles in agriculture, and assesses the potential impacts on ecosystems, food security, and poverty.
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Key Insights
The report presents detailed scenarios for future food production and water use, considering factors like energy prices, climate change, globalization, and gender roles in agriculture. It suggests that success in achieving food security and environmental goals will involve multiple strategies and paths, including improving rainfed and irrigated agriculture, and leveraging international trade. The report also discusses the potential impacts of these strategies on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, food security, and poverty alleviation.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2050 time horizon | 2050s time horizon | English publication language | Global geographic scope | aquatic ecosystems | environmental sustainability | food | food production | food security | international trade | investment | irrigation efficiency | poverty alleviation | pro-poor responses | rainfed agriculture | terrestrial ecosystems | water | water use