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Area: 5888268 km2
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Brazil; Peru; Suriname; France; Colombia; Guyana; Bolivia; Venezuela; Ecuador
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Santa Cruz; Manaus; La Paz
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Total Organizations: 62
Total Projects: 17
Priority SDGs: --
Priority Industries: --
Profile Completion: 70%

Water Challenges

As reported by organizations on the Hub.

27.3%
Local Water Resource Governance
12.1%
Access to Water Supply and Water Services
12.1%
Upstream Water Issues
9.1%
Compliance with Local Regulations and Widely-Accepted Standards
9.1%
Physical water supply
9.1%
Socioeconomic and Reputation
9.1%
Water Demand and Competition among Users
6.1%
Land Use Issues
3.0%
Influent
3.0%
Water Pricing

Region Overview

The Indus River is one of the longest rivers in Asia. It flows through Pakistan, the Indian states of Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat, and western Tibet.

Organizations in Indus


Alegria activity S.L. produces special purpose mobile units. These mobile units are special purpose vehicles used to deploy any kind of service directly and easily to any location and social community in order to conduct turn-key campaigns in HEALTH, EDUCATION, … Learn More

The Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) (www.a4ws.org) is a global membership-based network of businesses, civil society organisations and the public sector dedicated to promoting the responsible use of freshwater. AWS Members contribute to the sustainability of shared water resources through … Learn More

ÁLON connects people and resources to raise awareness, converge best practice and collaboration, to support the transition of industries, leaders &amp; lifestyles dependent on water – towards minimizing our water footprints. “We aim to shape consensus among pioneering Water Ambassadors … Learn More

The company was founded for this moment, on a combined conviction in the power of human ingenuity and the potential of practical action to solve the problems of the decisive decade, and make sustainability happen. We believe that productivity and … Learn More

A Tanzania consulting firm on development issues including water, sanitation, energy and climate change. Learn More

Production of chemicals and equipment for potable water treatment and industrial water preparing. Learn More

Vision: Socially and Economically, Just and Peaceful Society Mission: Offer communities and institutions, the art and set of options, for their development, empowerment, institutional strengthening and continuous learning within their framework to live with human dignity, social justice, peace, and … Learn More

El grupo Biosfera, es un think tank en investigacion de futuros sustentables. (BIOSFERA, INVESTIGACIÓN DE FUTUROS) es un equipo de análisis cuyo core business es la investigación prospectiva para la construcción de futuros deseables (futurables), asociados a la sustentabilidad (planeamiento … Learn More

The Centre for Advanced Research &amp; Development (CARD) is a non-government agency established, in India, with its Head quarters in Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh established in 1992. The CARD has been established to promote advanced research and to apply its … Learn More

Independent advisory company seeking to catalyse environmental investments Main focus areas within water issues: water and irrigation, water and sanitation, water and business risk Learn More

The Climate Connected Benefit Society is an industrial and provident society for the benefit of the community – a very simple funding vehicle, which allows ordinary, socially aware investors in the UK to put their capital to work in a … Learn More

The Corporate Eco Forum (CEF) is an invitation-only membership organization for large companies that demonstrate a serious commitment to environment as a business strategy issue. CEF’s mission is to help accelerate sustainable business innovation by creating the best neutral space … Learn More

Deltares is an independent, institute for applied research in the field of water, subsurface and infrastructure. Throughout the world, we work on smart solutions, innovations and applications for people, environment and society. Our main focus is on deltas, coastal regions … Learn More

Vision Establishment of Prosper and Peace Full Sindh Mission To support the struggle for development and empowerment of the communities through strengthening their participation in mainstream. Objectives Promote use of safe water and clean sanitation, hygiene and health environment. Support … Learn More

Diageo plc is a British multinational alcoholic beverages company, with its headquarters in London, England. Diageo is the world's largest producer of spirits and a key producer of beer. Diageo's commitment to water stewardship is outlined in its Blueprint Water … Learn More

“IC Medicals” and “ The Emission” are two genetically integrated global internet projects about informational copies of substances and biological objects. DST Foundation initiated the integration of these phenomenal projects in August 2009 as they both are based on usage … Learn More

Global Fabric and Thread manufacturer, with significant goals and tragets related to water stewardship. Member of CEO Water Mandate. Learn More

Developing European Environmental Policy The European Commission develops and implements EU policies by proposing laws to the European Parliament and Council of the European Union helping EU countries implement EU legislation managing the EU's budget and allocating funding ensuring that … Learn More

Future 500 is a non-profit consultancy that builds trust between companies, advocates, investors, and philanthropists to advance business as a force for good. Our organization formed in 1995 as a venue for corporations and environmental NGOs to debate the systemic … Learn More

The Gap, Inc., commonly known as Gap Inc. or Gap, is an American worldwide clothing and accessories retailer. Our purpose is to be Inclusive, By Design. Gap Inc. includes apparel brands Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta. Learn More

Application of IoT on Hydro-Geophysics in conjunction with Water Divining in Study/Exploration of Water Resources, their Exploitation &amp; Management. It is the combination of Remote Sensing, Big Data Resources Processing, Instrumentation, Real-time Data Collection from a larger or regional network … Learn More

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GSMA Mobile for Development brings together our mobile operator members, the wider mobile industry and the development community to drive commercial mobile services for underserved people in emerging markets. We identify opportunities for social, economic and environmental impact and stimulate … Learn More

HYDROC is an association of independent consultants, -scientists and -engineers, providing water-related services through a network of national and international experts. Our concept uses the synergies of our combined expertise for the successful implementation of a variety of projects. Our … Learn More

Purpose of the organization is to promote socio, economic and cultural advancement of weaker sections by education, training, research and field action programs. Specific focus is to promote awareness on water sanitation among rural poor communities and help them to … Learn More

Currently celebrating its 42nd year, ICCR is the pioneer coalition of active shareholders who view the management of their investments as a catalyst for change. Its 300 member organizations with over $100 billion in AUM have an enduring record of … Learn More

IFS aims to contribute towards strengthening the capacity of developing countries to conduct relevant and high quality research on the sustainable management of biological and water resources. This involves the study of physical, chemical, and biological processes, as well as … Learn More

IWMI is one of 15 international research centers supported by the network of 60 governments, private foundations and international and regional organizations collectively known as CGIAR. It is a non-profit organization with a staff of 350 and offices in over … Learn More

January Advisors is a technology company that advocates and pursues open water data and helps the public sector and non-profit organizations understand data. January Advisors addresses environmental challenges with a data-centric approach through consulting, partnerships with the public sector and … Learn More

BETTER public private partnership, with partner company John Todd Ecological Design, involved in sustainable water and wastewater and waste to food design and project development worldwide. See www.betterp3.com and www.toddecological.com Learn More

As we share our water with the entire planet, we feel that it is a precious resource. We monitor how we use water at our factories and are constantly working on ways to reduce our consumption of fresh water resources. … Learn More

Manufacturing of mobile high capacity machinery for re use of industrial polluted water,in any configuration Fully supervised by sensors,computer etc low cost for operation Own patent,tailor made to client need Learn More

Sunass regulates water and sewage companies, oversees quality of service standards, settles customer complaints and sets regulated prices. Learn More

A pioneer and the world-leading provider of Drip Irrigation solutions, Netafim is the largest player in the global irrigation industry. With 14 manufacturing facilities in 11 countries, 27 subsidiaries, and a strong global distribution network across 110-plus countries, Netafim combines … Learn More

Nouveau Energy Management Services (NEMS) mainly works for Energy Sector Projects in Pakistan with special focus on Oil &amp; Gas Farm-In Opportunities and gas flaring projects by keeping in stream of CDM project development for provision of full range of … Learn More

The Pacific Institute envisions a world in which society, the economy, and the environment have the water they need to thrive now and in the future. In pursuit of this vision, the Institute creates and advances solutions to the world’s … Learn More

We are an independent research institute that focuses on the legal challenges facing water supply infrastructure projects. The world's water infrastructure must adapt to climate change and extreme supply variations, and we research the legal road-blocks that stand in the … Learn More

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Water stewardship has long been one of PepsiCo’s top priorities, and it's an important part of building a Positive Value Chain. As one of the first companies of our size to acknowledge water as a human right, we have a … Learn More

PHRO Pakistan strengthens humans and youth voices, builds dynamic leadership and provides essential and meaningful services that promote safe, inclusive, and equitable communities. PHRO specifically established to urge the needs of the affected communities due to natural and man-made disasters … Learn More

The necessary efforts to provide basic health services for all sections of society, providing facilities to ensure the health of children and mothers, creating grounds for the expansion of science and knowledge, and active participation in the economic growth and … Learn More

People With Purpose Our world is constantly changing. So it's reassuring to know that there are some things we can always trust to help us take the best possible care of ourselves and the ones we love. This trust inspires … Learn More

Rural Infrastructure &amp; Human Resource Development Organization (RIHRDO) is registered with Social Welfare Deportment under voluntary social welfare act 1961.the organization has implemented many projects/activities in Provision of clean drinking water, Hygiene and women Empowerment in KPK since 2006 on … Learn More

The Rural Water Supply Network (RWSN) is the global network of professionals and practitioners working to raise standards of knowledge and evidence, technical and professional competence, practice and policy in rural water supply and so fulfil the vision of sustainable … Learn More

SaniWater Solutions is a joint partnership consulting firm providing services on contract and/or on commission basis in the area of environment, hygiene, Sanitation and Water. Our Vision: To be a lead organisation in providing solutions for ensuring safe water hygiene … Learn More

We are Ukrainian company SOUZ-CONTINENT. Our company has advanced innovative, high-tech development projects to work with the water is getting the alternate energy and water purification. Very interested in mutually beneficial cooperation for the prosperity of the world community. Learn More

Vision “Peaceful and prosperous society based on social justice and equity”. Mission “To bring about policy and institutional changes by mobilizing marginalized communities to transform their lives through equitable and sustainable use of resources without any discrimination on the basis … Learn More

​MISSION STATEMENT: Foundation of organized, educated and peaceful society; support community to gearing socio-economic advancement and sustainable development realigned with sustainable development goals for the benefit of the vulnerable communities and marginalized groups especially women. SDO INTRODUCTION: “Sustainable Development Organization … Learn More

About Us We are the 5th largest acrylic fibre manufacturer in the world. Our products are marketed under the brand name BirlacrilTM, which include high quality dyed and raw white tow, top and fibre for various end-uses such as sweaters, … Learn More

Christopher Gleadle brings Sustainability, and the Green Economy• to life and shows you how to capture, create and deliver more value: serve customers better, reduce costs and mitigate conspiring environmental and social risk to see opportunity for greater profit. His … Learn More

To become ZLD by 2025 and to reduce water consumption in our whole value chain on a continuous basis. Learn More

The Third Pole is a forum for information and discussion about the Tibetan plateau and the rivers that originate there. Learn More

Trucost provides data and insight to help its clients understand the economic consequences of natural capital dependency. Our clients include companies and their advisors, the investment community, governments, academics and thought leaders. Learn More

Our mission is to reach Women, Children, Youth &amp; Men with Health Assistance, Medical Camps, Clean drinking Water, Food, Disaster Relief. Learn More

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Wastewater Exchange is the designer and the implementer of the Ethical Water Exchange (all rights reserved) transforming wastewater into commoditised treated wastewater for the good sake of our health, planet, economy &amp; water resources as common good. Learn More

Water Care Services Pakistan (WCSP) is a total water and environmental services providing company. We are focused on Sustainable Development Goal 6 i.e. clean water &amp; sanitation. An easy access to quality water is the right of every person and … Learn More

WaterStep responds to critical needs for safe water by evaluating and implementing solutions and teaching people to use those tools. WaterStep saves lives with safe water by empowering communities to take care of their own long-term water needs. We believe … Learn More

Wello is a social venture with a bold mission: to deliver clean water to a thirsty world. By reframing the water crisis as an opportunity, Wello has reinvented the wheel and developed an innovative and sustainable business model. THE WATERWHEEL … Learn More

Promoting the use of innovative water-from-air tech for evaporation and condensate recapture &amp; reuse by communities and businesses resiliently adapting to global warming and responding to disasters. In arid and drying regions lacking or losing surface and groundwaters, atmospheric (clean) … Learn More

Our Vision is widespread implementation of sustainable chemistry, driving innovations and best practices in textile, apparel and footwear industries to protect consumers, workers and the environment. Our Mission is to enable brands and retailers in the textile, apparel, and footwear … Learn More

Projects in Indus


Nestlé Pakistan has become the first market in the Nestlé world to start implementing Alliance for Water Stewardship’s (AWS) International Water Stewardship Standard. In the first phase, WWF-Pakistan will be facilitating the implementation of AWS Standard at Nestlé Pakistan’s Sheikhupura … Learn More

We are assisting with farmer training and technology that helps advance more sustainable water use for the rice we source. Mars has partnered with around 30 other organizations from a range of sectors to develop the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP), … Learn More

To mitigate water risks and increase the availability of quality basmati rice, Mars developed a program to decrease water usage and improve farming practices for Punjabi rice farmers, in partnership with Rice Partners Ltd (RPL). The three-step approach is: 1. … Learn More

WWF-Pakistan has joined hands with the European Union and International Labor Organization (ILO) to implement international labour and environmental standards in Pakistan in order to improve the competitiveness of the industrial sector and to strengthen the capacity of the public … Learn More

Community Engagement Programme, Nestlé has established seven drinking water facilities near our factories, providing clean water to approximately 35000 people. At least 5000 people now have access to clean drinking water, and the health of local children has measurably improved. … Learn More

Netcare Water Strategy - a component of the Group wide water strategy, initiated during 2014/15, is the identification of risk areas within our supply chain associated with water supply. We will only be able to quantify the potential financial impact … Learn More

The project is funded by the European Commission’s SWITCH-Asia Programme, will be led by WWF-Pakistan, and will involve WWF- UK, the Cleaner Production Institute as partners, and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority and Lahore Chambers of Commerce and … Learn More

Project WET is currently active in more than 75 countries around the world through a network of partner organizations that range from small NGOs to major international corporations and organizations. We only go where we’re invited! We work with our … Learn More

In Pakistan we installed four handwashing stations in public places in Muzaffargarh, Punjab, reaching an estimated more than 5,000 daily users. April 2020; With help from our partner, AGAHE, we also put up banners and billboards with messaging on precautions … Learn More

As part of our water strategy concerning “high-risk” sites and as part of our SMART program, the site will define and follow water reduction plans at site level together with awareness actions at site level. The water treatment system has … Learn More

Dear Respected Sir/Mss, I hope you will be fine.Rural Infrastructure &amp; Human Resource Development Organization (RIHRDO) is registered with Social Welfare Deportment under voluntary social welfare act 1961.the organization has implemented many projects/activities in Provision of clean drinking water, Hygiene … Learn More

Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Delhi Assam, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana, Tripura, Uttarakhand Water.org has reached 15 million people in India with lasting access to water … Learn More

In 2016 Mondi Group has invested 7.9 million € in corporate social investment projects including projects to preserve and protect natural capital that provides ecosystem goods and services such as biodiversity and water.In 2016, the WWF-Mondi Wetland Project (WWF-MWP) celebrated … Learn More

The vision of the Resilient Asian Deltas (RAD) Initiative is that long term resilience of AsiaÕs delta systems is secured through unprecedented political and financial investment in Ôbuilding with natureÕ, which will protect and restore the natural river and coastal … Learn More


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