IAH Annual Report 2025

Science, Knowledge and Education

Throughout 2025,  IAH strengthened its role as a global leader in groundwater science and knowledge exchange. Through our commissions, networks and publications, we advanced research, informed international policy, supported professional development, and expanded access to hydrogeological knowledge.

From contributing to global water governance and fostering collaboration across the groundwater community, to publishing high-impact scientific research and practical technical guidance, IAH continued to promote excellence in groundwater science, education and capacity building worldwide. 

Commissions & Networks

Commissions & Networks

In 2025, the International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH) continued to advance global groundwater science, policy engagement, education, and professional collaboration through the work of its commissions and networks. These groups organised technical sessions at...

Hydrogeology Journal

Hydrogeology Journal

Hydrogeology Journal (HJ) supports both scientific research and practical groundwater management, aligning with the goals of the International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH). It remains a respected journal with strong impact and readership, though it faces...

Books and other media

Books and other media

IAH’s ‘Strategic Overview Series’ summarises key topics relating to groundwater resources and hydrogeological science for professionals and learners in a variety of sectors, and can be found at https://iah.org/education/professionals/strategic-overview-series. Our...

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Governing and managing

Informing and influencing

Science, knowledge and education

Corporate relationships

Finance