Modelling and assessment
Research Article // WEFE nexus unveiled: a comprehensive review of monitoring and modelling methods in the water-energy-food-ecosystems nexus
By Vrachioli et al. This paper underscores the importance of considering ecosystems on an equal footing with water, energy, and food sectors,…
Research Article // Coupling coordination and driving factors of the water-energy-food nexus in China: A sustainable development perspective
By Lu et al. This article proposes an evaluation indicator system and analyzes the comprehensive evaluation level, coupling coordination degree…
Research Article // Towards equitable, integrated, and adaptive water-energy-food nexus research in Africa: A systematic literature review
By Richelle et al. This systematic review assesses the evolution of WEF Nexus research in Africa, identifying key themes such as resource security,…
Call for Proposals // Dresden Nexus Conference 2027 Call for Abstracts and Session Proposals
The Dresden Nexus Conference 2027 invites researchers, policymakers, practitioners, UN agencies, civil society organisations and other stakeholders…
Job Vacancy // WEFE Nexus and Capacity Development Specialist – Environment and Energy
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representation in Libya is seeking a WEFE Nexus and Capacity Development Specialist…
Job Vacancy // WEFE Nexus and Capacity Development Specialist – Water and Agriculture
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representation in Libya is seeking a WEFE Nexus and Capacity Development Specialist…
Call for Papers // Special Issue of Water Economics and Policy on Economic Aspects of the Water–Energy–Food Nexus
This Special Issue seeks contributions that advance the economic foundations, financial viability, and policy design of integrated WEF systems. We…
Research Article // Navigating drought and food security in Southern Angola: A water-energy-food nexus system approach
By Epalanga et al. This article examines the water-energy-food (WEF) resources in southern Angola and proposes strategies to address the challenges…
Online Course // FAO: The water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus in agriculture
This free six-lesson course explores how integrated resource management across the water-energy-food-ecosystems (WEFE) nexus in agriculture enhances…
Research Article // Managing the food‒energy‒water nexus towards promoting holistic progress of the Sustainable Development Goals in China
By Mai et al. Focusing on China, this study reveales the spatial pattern shaped by FEW flows and the associated economic benefits and environmental…
Policy Brief // Upscaling of water governance Instruments - Water and energy sustainability in small island economies
This RETOUCH NEXUS policy brief applies dynamic modelling and Monte Carlo simulations over a 50-year horizon to show that without deliberate…
Research Article // Water–energy–food nexus perspectives on small-scale cassava processing: A case study of a processors’ association in Egbeda LGA, Oyo State, Nigeria
By Bamigboye et al. This study examines the operational practices, constraints, and opportunities within a cassava processing association in Egbeda…
Project Deliverable // Climate Adaptation and Resilience Demonstrated in the Mediterranean Region (CARDIMED)
CARDIMED's WEFE Nexus Framework presents a structured methodology for assessing how Nature-based Solutions (NBS) interact with water, energy, food…
Research Article // Exploring the impact of seasonal water variability on agricultural planning: a water-energy-food nexus perspective
By Lo Giudice et al. This study enhances the representation of the water sub-system in an integrated resource model, enabling a more detailed…
Video Podcast // RETOUCH NEXUS Narratives Episode 3 - Rethinking Water Policy in Spain: Toward a New Water Culture
This episode explores the pressing issues surrounding water governance in Spain through the lens of the “new water culture” - a transformative…