Governance (of the Nexus)
Policy Brief // Securing dryland futures - Harnessing the water-energy-food-ecosystems nexus through nature-based solutions in the Near East and Africa
This policy brief explores integrated approaches to strengthening dryland resilience through sustainable land-use planning and the…
Research Article // Mapping the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem (WEFE) nexus: Insights and limitations from a systematic literature review on interconnected resource management
By Tosiliani et al. This literature review examines the interdependencies of the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem (WEFE) Nexus, with particular attention…
Video Podcast // RETOUCH NEXUS Narratives Episode 2 - Discover the Interconnections between Water-Energy-Food and Ecosystems can solve the Global Water Crisis
This episode examines the impacts of climate change on water resources in Slovakia, focusing on rising temperatures, uneven rainfall, and growing…
Research Article // Exploring the water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus for climate-resilient and adaptation in developing economies
By Zama et al. This article quantitatively examines how an integrated management approach to the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) nexus can…
Policy Brief // What "Nexus"? Towards Resource Nexus Standardization
This policy brief outlines a practical roadmap for strengthening the Resource Nexus approach by establishing a clear, operational definition…
Video Podcast // RETOUCH NEXUS Narratives Episode 1 - Disover how the interconnections between Water-Energy-Food and Ecosystems can solve the Global Water Crisis
In this episode, Prof. Ján Pokrivčák and Jozef Šumichrast discuss water resource management in Slovak agriculture, with a focus on climate change and…
Research Article // From theory to practice: Challenges of implementing the Water-Energy-Food nexus in South Africa
By Fontana et al. This article examines the opportunities and barriers to implementing the Water–Energy–Food Nexus in South Africa by analysing legal…
Research Article // Exploring uncertainty in the household water, energy, and food nexus: trade-offs and synergies in South Africa
By Ningi et al. This article examines household-level trade-offs and synergies within the water–energy–food nexus in South Africa. Using survey data…
MOOC // Dimensions of the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems Nexus
This free online course strengthens participants’ capacity to analyse WEFE Nexus interlinkages, work with reliable data, develop future scenarios,…
Research Article // Causal linkages in the water–food–energy nexus: household-level evidence from Punjab, Pakistan
By Ali et al. This article examines the links between water, energy, and food insecurity among households in Punjab, Pakistan, highlighting…
Policy Brief // Lessons from WEF governance - Inclusive living landscapes with thriving communities
This policy brief explores WEF nexus governance in South Africa through a dual lens: insights from multidisciplinary scholars and the lived…
Recording // Humanity at the Center: Global Citizenship, Ethical AI, and the Water-Energy-Food Nexus for Transformative SDG Action (HLPF 2026 Side Event)
This event explored how global citizenship, ethical AI, and the Water-Energy-Food Nexus can accelerate the SDGs. Youth presented AI-driven solutions…
Policy Brief // Policy Brief on WEFE Nexus Bridging Framework: A methodological framework for WEFE Nexus implementation
This Policy Brief presents the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus, an integrated approach that coordinates water, energy, food, and ecosystem…
Research Article // Are farmers willing to adopt climate-smart Water-Energy-Food-Environment Nexus designs? A case of olive producers in Crete using a participatory choice experiment
By Halytsia et al. This study examines olive farmers’ willingness to adopt climate-smart WEFE Nexus practices in Crete, Greece, revealing a…
Research Article // A participatory system dynamics approach to assess transboundary nutrient pollution: modelling the water-energy-food-ecosystems nexus in the Lielupe River Basin, Lithuania and Latvia
By Amorocho-Daza et al. This study applies participatory system dynamics modelling to assess nutrient reduction trade-offs in the transboundary…