Aid Organization (Organization)

www.aido-bd.org

To empower underprivileged section of the society by taking stand and providing with financial and logistic support to bring quantities and qualitative changes in their livelihood development for in an Equal and just society implementing the SDG goals by the ... Learn More

Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd. (Organization)

www.daiichisankyo.com

Daiichi Sankyo is a global pharmaceutical company with its corporate origin in Japan Learn More

Daikin Industries, Ltd. (Organization)

www.northamerica-daikin.com

Daikin Industries, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational air conditioning manufacturing company headquartered in Osaka. Learn More

FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation (Organization)

www.fujifilmholdings.com/en/index.html

FUJIFILM Holdings Corporatin is a Japanese multinational photography and imaging company headquartered in Tokyo Learn More

Hitachi Chemical Company, Ltd. (Organization)

www.hitachi-chem.co.jp/english

Hitachi Chemical is a chemical manufacturer engaged in a wide range of areas, including semiconductor and display-related materials, printed wiring boards, copper clad laminates, photosensitive dry films, functional polymeric materials, adhesive films, carbon products, ceramics and automotive related products. Learn More

JSR Corporation (Organization)

www.jsr.co.jp/jsr_e

JSR Corporation is based out of Japan and focuses on synthetic rubbers, emulsions, plastics, and other materials for the semiconductor, flat panel display, and optical materials fields. Learn More

JTEKT Corporation (Organization)

www.jtekt.co.jp/e/company/profile.html

JTEKT is based in Japan and manufactures and sells steering systems, driveline components, bearings, machine tools, electronic control devices, home accessory equipment, and more Learn More

KAO Corporation (Organization)

www.kao.com/global/en

Kao Corporation is a chemical and cosmetics company headquartered in Nihonbashi-Kayabacho, Chūō, Tokyo, Japan. Learn More

Kikkoman Corporation (Organization)

www.kikkoman.com

Kikkoman Corporation is a Japanese food manufacturer. Its main products and services include soy sauce, food seasoning and flavoring, mirin, shōchū, and sake, juice and other beverages, pharmaceuticals, and restaurant management services. Manufacturing and Sales of Soy Sauce, Soy Sauce-Based ... Learn More

Kirin Holdings Co Ltd (Organization)

www.kirinholdings.co.jp/english

Kirin Holdings is based out of Japan and focuses on integrated beverages and pharmaceuticals. Learn More

NSK Ltd. (Organization)

www.nsk.com

Based in Japan, the company produces industrial machinery bearings, precision machinery and parts, and automotive bearings and components. The company is working on a target for reducing water consumption per unit. Learn More

Otsuka Holdings (Organization)

www.otsuka.com/en

Otsuka Holdings is based out of Tokyo, Japan and focuses on the manufacture, sales, and import/export of pharmaceuticals, along with performing clinical testing and producing medical equipment, food products, and cosmetics. Learn More

Rohm Co., Ltd. (Organization)

www.rohm.com

ROHM designs and manufactures integrated circuits (ICs), semiconductors, and other electronic components. Learn More

Sumitomo Forestry Co., LTD. (Organization)

sfc.jp/english

The Sumitomo Forestry Group originated in the Sumitomo familyÕs commencement in 1691 of the Besshi Copper Mine in present-day Niihama, Ehime Prefecture, and the harvesting of timber in surrounding forestlands to serve as fuel for smelting, and for use as ... Learn More

Suntory Holdings Limited (Organization)

www.suntory.com/csr/index.html

Suntory Beverage & Food Limited is a Japanese brewing and distilling company group. Established in 1899, it is one of the oldest companies in the distribution of alcoholic beverages in Japan, and makes Japanese whisky. Its business has expanded to ... Learn More

Water Resilience Coalition (Organization)

ceowatermandate.org/resilience

The Water Resilience Coalition, founded in 2020, is an industry-driven, CEO-led coalition of the UN Global Compact's CEO Water Mandate that aims to elevate global water stress to the top of the corporate agenda and preserve the world's freshwater resources ... Learn More

Conservation of Existing Land Cover in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan (Project)

www.coca-colacompany.com/content/dam/journey/us/en/policies/...

Coca-Cola West provided funding to the Aso Grassland Restoration Committee to support grassland management of 300 hectares of the Aso grassland to protect source water and preserve biodiversity. This expansive grassland landscape has been maintained by human interventions (grass harvesting, ... Learn More

Forest Maintenance in Japan (Project)

www.coca-colacompany.com/content/dam/journey/us/en/policies/...

Coca-Cola is implementing maintenance activities on 52.8 hectares in five locations in Japan where forests were planted in the 1960s and 1970s. The forests were planted with the same species, are very dense, generally unhealthy, and have some dead trees. ... Learn More

Improving Water Use Efficiency at KAO's Toyokawa Plant (Project)

Kao has set a goal to improve the water usage efficiency in the entire Group by 40% by 2020. Due to high water supply risk in the future, the plant has continued to reduce risks that may hinder business growth ... Learn More

Project WET International Network (Project)

www.projectwet.org/international

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

Protecting Forests from Land Development (Project)

www.coca-colacompany.com/content/dam/journey/us/en/policies/...

Several Coca-Cola bottling companies have worked with local governments to conserve 4,666 hectares of forest. Learn More

Reducing Water Consumption at Rohm's Katsura-Kamo Rivers Facility (Project)

By achieving "Mid-Goals towards 2020" for a 10% water withdrawal reduction for FY 2020 from 2009 ahead of schedule certainly with process improvement and appropriate cost input, we ensure the necessary production output with less water consumption.Project ResultsA 10% reduction ... Learn More

Reducing Water Consumption at Rohm's Kiyotake River Facility (Project)

By achieving "Mid-Goals towards 2020" for a 10% water withdrawal reduction for FY 2020 from 2009 ahead of schedule certainly with process improvement and appropriate cost input, we ensure the necessary production output with less water consumption.Project ResultsA 10% reduction ... Learn More

Reducing Water Consumption at Rohm's Naruse River Facility (Project)

By achieving "Mid-Goals towards 2020" for a 10% water withdrawal reduction for FY 2020 from 2009 ahead of schedule certainly with process improvement and appropriate cost input, we ensure the necessary production output with less water consumption.Project ResultsA 10% reduction ... Learn More

Reducing Water Consumption at Rohm's Takahashi River Facility (Project)

By achieving "Mid-Goals towards 2020" for a 10% water withdrawal reduction for FY 2020 from 2009 ahead of schedule certainly with process improvement and appropriate cost input, we ensure the necessary production output with less water consumption.Project ResultsA 10% reduction ... Learn More

Reducing Water Consumption at Rohm's Tenryu Facility (Project)

By achieving "Mid-Goals towards 2020" for a 10% water withdrawal reduction for FY 2020 from 2009 ahead of schedule certainly with process improvement and appropriate cost input, we ensure the necessary production output with less water consumption.Project ResultsA 10% reduction ... Learn More

Reducing Water Consumption at Rohm's Yabe River Facility (Project)

By achieving "Mid-Goals towards 2020" for a 10% water withdrawal reduction for FY 2020 from 2009 ahead of schedule certainly with process improvement and appropriate cost input, we ensure the necessary production output with less water consumption.Project ResultsA 10% reduction ... Learn More

Reducing Water Withdrawals at JSR's Kiso Facility (Project)

The shortage of water at our company means reducing the water withdrawals. Therefore, it is important to improve the amount of recycled water such as cooling water or to reduce the water withdrawals itself by draining the wastewater cleaned and ... Learn More

Reducing Water Withdrawals at JSR's Tone Facility (Project)

The shortage of water at our company means reducing the water withdrawals. Therefore, it is important to improve the amount of recycled water such as cooling water or to reduce the water withdrawals itself by draining the wastewater cleaned and ... Learn More

Restoring ecosystems (Project)

As well as disclosing information on the group's water management practices and environmental performance, we conduct ongoing activities to conserve water resources through cooperative local relationships with public bodies working to promote sustainable water management and conserve water resources, and ... Learn More

Restoring Ecosystems in Shinano (Project)

As well as disclosing information on Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd.'s water management practices and environmental performance, the group conducts ongoing activities to conserve water resources through cooperative local relationships with public bodies working to promote sustainable water management and conserve ... Learn More

Re-Using Water at Fuji's Fuji River Facility (Project)

We use groundwater to cool equipment, but we circulate this water and use it many times to reduce water intake.Project ResultsWater reuse Learn More

Re-Using Water at Fuji's Oi River Facility (Project)

We use groundwater to cool equipment, but we circulate this water and use it many times to reduce water intake.Project ResultsWater reuse Learn More

Re-Using Water at Fuji's Sakawa River Facility (Project)

We use groundwater to cool equipment, but we circulate this water and use it many times to reduce water intake.Project ResultsReduced water use Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Akagi (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary “Aso” and Kumamoto Catchment (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

The Suntory Group carries out various water-related activities, driven by its core corporate mission of “To Create Harmony with People and Nature” and social contract of “Mizu To Ikiru.” Since 2003 Suntory has worked on Natural Water Sanctuaries to cultivate ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Gifu Higashi-Shirakawa (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Hyogo Nishiwaki-Monryusan (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Kita-Alps (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Since 2003 Suntory has worked on Natural Water Sanctuaries to cultivate forests that nurture groundwater, and since 2004 has conducted the Suntory "Mizuiku"— Natural Water Education Program for environmental education for future generations in Japan. The company has also been ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Komochiyama (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Kyoto Minami-Yamashiro (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Kyoto Nishiyama (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Minami-Alps (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Nikko Kirifuri (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary "Okudaisen" and Kasarabara River Catchment (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

The Suntory Group carries out various water-related activities, driven by its core corporate mission of “To Create Harmony with People and Nature” and social contract of “Mizu To Ikiru.” Since 2003 Suntory has worked on Natural Water Sanctuaries to cultivate ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Okutama (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Omi (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Osaka-Shimamoto (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Project Chichibu with Tokyo Univ. (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Project Okutama with Tokyo Agricultural Univ. (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Shizuoka Koyama (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Tamagenryu-Kosuge (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Tanzawa (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Tennozan (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Suntory Natural Water Sanctuary Tokyo Akigawa (Project)

www.suntory.com/csr/activity/environment/eco/forest

Many of Suntory’s businesses are supported by the blessing of nature, such as water and agricultural produce. Therefore, we believe that it is Suntory’s responsibilities to devote for the sustainability of quality groundwater for the future. Creating forests brimming with ... Learn More

Water Efficiency at Kirin's Saba River Facility (Project)

Kyowa Hakko Kirin Group set a goal by 2030 to reduce water consumption by 30%, compared to that of 2015. We have implemented the water efficiency activities and continue to promote them.Project Results30% reduction in water consumption by 2030. Learn More

Achieving Abundance: Understanding the Cost of a Sustainable Water Future (2020) (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/achieving-abundance-understand...

This Working Paper proposes a method whereby any decision-maker can calculate the cost required to deliver sustainable water management to a geography. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Aqua Gauge (Resource)

www.ceres.org/resources/tools/ceres-aqua-gauge-comprehensive...

Inform and strengthen your company’s water management strategies and allow your investors to evaluate current water management activities against detailed definitions of leading practice. Learn More

Developers: Ceres

Aqueduct (Resource)

www.wri.org/aqueduct

World Resource Institute's four Aqueduct assessment tools -- Water Risk Atlas, Country Rankings, Aqueduct Food, and Aqueduct Floods -- help companies, governments, and civil society understand and respond to water risks. These water risks include water stress, seasonal variability, pollution, ... Learn More

Developers: World Resources Institute

A safe operating space for humanity (Planetary Boundaries) (Resource)

In this Nature feature, Johan Rockstrom and co-authors argue that identifying and quantifying planetary boundaries that must not be transgressed could help prevent human activities from causing unacceptable environmental change. Learn More

Benefit Accounting of Nature-Based Solutions for Watersheds Landscape Assessment (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/benefit-accounting-nbs

Nature-based solution (NBS) can improve degraded ecosystems, help sequester carbon, and manage the effects of climate change, including extreme weather events. Businesses are beginning to recognize the value of NBS for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER): True Cost of Water Toolkit (Resource)

www.bieroundtable.com/publication/true-cost-of-water-toolkit

Developed by a group of leading beverage businesses, this is an easy-to-use excel tool for beverage facilities to estimate direct costs associated with their most water- and resource- intensive processes, beyond just the cost of water from the tap. The ... Learn More

BLC Chem-MAP (Resource)

www.chem-map.com

Chem-MAP® is a ZDHC-approved program to improve chemical management in leather, textile, and synthetic materials supply chains. The program reduces chemical risk to customers. Learn More

Businesses and Workplaces- COVID-19 (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/bu...

Plan, Prepare and Respond- Breakdown for different industries on how to operate safely. Cleaning and disinfecting, Worker Safety, Support Resources, Mitigation Strategy Learn More

California: Businesses and employers (Resource)

covid19.ca.gov/business-and-employers

California and the federal government are providing broad assistance to small businesses and employers impacted by COVID-19. Learn More

CDP Global Water Report 2018 (Resource)

This report presents analysis of the response data from a sample of 783 of the world’s largest publicly listed companies. The report is aimed at companies and investors seeking to understand how they can play their part in delivering a ... Learn More

CEO Water Mandate Toolbox (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/toolbox

The Toolbox connects your business to the latest tools, guidance, case studies, datasets, and more most relevant to you based on your circumstances and interests. It features more than 250+ resources from dozens of organizations and is updated every week. Learn More

Developers: CEO Water Mandate, Pacific Institute

Checklist: Restoring Water Quality in Buildings for Reopening. (Resource)

www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2020-05/documents/final_c...

Checklist for restoring water quality in buildings left unused for a long duration. Learn More

Developers: EPA Office of Wastewater Management

Cleaning and Disinfecting (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/clean-disinfect/...

CDC/EPA Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Includes Printable Materials Learn More

Coronavirus Relief Options (Resource)

www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-option...

We’re here to help you overcome the challenges created by this health crisis. We offer multiple funding options for those seeking relief. Read more below. Learn More

Corporate Water Stewardship and the Case for Green Infrastructure (2018) (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/corporate-water-stewardship-an...

This report makes the case for private sector investment in green infrastructure as part of a broader water stewardship approach. Learn More

Developers: BHP

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) Standards (Resource)

www.cottonmadeinafrica.org/en/standards/goals

The Cotton made in Africa standards comprise the Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) and the Cotton made in Africa-Organic (CmiA-Organic) Standard. The standards are intended to improve the living conditions of African smallholders and support sustainable cotton production. The standards ... Learn More

CottonUp Guide to Sourcing Sustainable Cotton (Resource)

cottonupguide.org

This guide aims to provide professionals with the practical information and resources to either start sourcing sustainable cotton or increase volumes. Learn More

COVID-19 and food safety: Guidance for food businesses (Resource)

apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/331705/WHO-2019-nCo...

The purpose of these guidelines is to highlight additional measures so that the integrity of the food chain is maintained, and that adequate and safe food supplies are available for consumers. Learn More

COVID-19 and the right to water: The crucial role of business during and after the pandemic (Resource)

gbihr.org/updates/covid-19-and-the-right-to-water-the-crucia...

Includes Immediate steps, ongoing health measures that can be taken, and responsible business practice Learn More

COVID-19: SABESP AND THE FIGHT AGAINST THE PANDEMIC IN SAO PAULO, BRAZIL (Resource)

www.worldwatercouncil.org/sites/default/files/Members/NL_mem...

Based on the major combat guidelines set by the São Paulo State Government, Sabesp is fully engaged to endure COVID-19 pandemic within its operation area, which means 374 municipalities located throughout São Paulo state and home to about 28 million ... Learn More

Developers: Sabesp

Drinking Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) and COVID-19 Library – WASH4Work (Resource)

wash4work.org/wash-covid-19

Best practices- Resources- Webinars on WASH/COVID-19 topics. Learn More

Economic Evaluation of Stormwater Capture and Its Multiple Benefits in California (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/economic-evaluation-of-stormwater

Urban stormwater is becoming an increasingly important alternative water supply in California. However, current economic analyses do not adequately evaluate co-benefits provided by different stormwater investments. As a result, urban stormwater capture is undervalued. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX (Resource)

www.oeko-tex.com/en/apply-here/eco-passport-by-oeko-tex

ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX is an independent certification for chemicals, colorants, and accessories used in textile and leather manufacturing. The certification verifies that each individual substance in the chemical product meets statutory requirements and does not harm human health. Learn More

Fairtrade Cotton Standard (Resource)

info.fairtrade.net/product/cotton

The Fairtrade Cotton standard promotes sustainability and social responsiblity across the cotton supply chain. Learn More

FAO: Nature-Based Solutions for agricultural water management and food security (Resource)

www.fao.org/3/CA2525EN/ca2525en.pdf

NBS offer a promising contribution on how to enhance the availability and quality of water for productive purposes and human consumption, while preserving ecosystems. In this discussion paper, 21 case studies of water management processes are analysed, using a non-representative ... Learn More

FAO: Observations and Key Messages on Nature-Based Solutions for agricultural water management and food security (Resource)

www.fao.org/3/CA2594EN/ca2594en.pdf

FAO has been emphasizing the need to accelerate a global transition to sustainable food and agriculture systems, advocating an integrated approach. This document focuses on the management of water for agricultural use. Learn More

GEMI Local Water Tool (LWT) (Resource)

gemi.org/localwatertool

The GEMI Local Water Tool (LWT) helps organizations evaluate water-related external impacts, business risks and sufficiency of management plans at specific sites. Key Functions: Quantify water-related impacts caused by facility Quantify facility’s exposure to water-related risk Identify helpful management response Learn More

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) (Resource)

www.global-standard.org/information-centre/downloads.html

The Global Organic Textile Standard specifies a supply-chain textile processing standard that includes ecological and social criteria. The standard seeks to define worldwide requirements for textiles to be described as organic. These requirements cover the entire supply chain, from harvesting ... Learn More

Global Water Footprint Standard (Resource)

waterfootprint.org/media/downloads/TheWaterFootprintAssessme...

The Global Water Footprint Assessment Standard can be used to provide comparable quantification and robust analytics, helping corporations, governments, and researchers manage water resources and achieve greater water sustainability. Learn More

Green Supply Chain: Brand Map (Resource)

wwwen.ipe.org.cn/MapBrand/Brand.aspx?q=6

The Green Supply Chain: Brand Map is a leadership initiative dedicated to showcasing brands’ commitment to supply chain transparency and environmental management. Learn More

Growing Water Risk Resilience: An Investor Guide on Agricultural Supply Chains (2018) (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/growing-water-risk-resilience-...

This guide outlines why and how investors engage on agricultural supply chain water risk. Learn More

Developers: WWF

HACCP Principles & Application Guidelines (Resource)

www.fda.gov/food/hazard-analysis-critical-control-point-hacc...

The Committee designed this document to guide the food industry and advise its sponsoring agencies in the implementation of HACCP systems. Learn More

Heineken: Our response to Covid-19 (Resource)

www.theheinekencompany.com/our-response-covid-19#:~:text=Fur...

In this link, you will find an overview of our measures and initiatives to support the health and livelihood of employees and communities in which we operate. Our three guiding principles: Health, safety, and trust of our people Safeguard the ... Learn More

Developers: Heineken

Incorporating Multiple Benefits into Water Projects: A Guide for Water Managers (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/incorporating-multiple-benefits-into...

Adapting to climate change, coupled with the need to address aging infrastructure, population growth, and degraded ecosystems, requires significant investment in natural and built water systems. These investments present a significant opportunity to support not only water, but to provide ... Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

India Water Tool (Resource)

www.indiawatertool.in

The India Water Tool brings together 20 datasets and risk indicators to help users understand their water risks in India. Learn More

ISO/TC 207/SC 5 Life cycle assessment (Resource)

www.iso.org/committee/54854/x/catalogue

This ISO Standard helps to evaluate the sustainability of a product across its life cycle. Learn More

IUCN Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions (Resource)

portals.iucn.org/library/node/49070

To provide guidance and a global framework for the design, verification and scaling up of Nature-based Solutions. The Standard includes globally consistent Criteria and Indicators, which are supported by the Principles for Nature-based Solutions, to measure the strength of interventions. Learn More

Developers: International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

Levi Strauss and Co Water Recycle/Reuse Standard (Resource)

levistrauss.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/LSCo-Water-Recycl...

Levi Strauss & Co. has issued this standard to encourage preservation of fresh water through water recycling. Learn More

Developers: Levi Strauss & Co.

Links: Resources on COVID-19 and WASH (Resource)

sanitationandwaterforall.org/about/about-us/water-sanitation...

To help our partners in responding to this health crisis in their countries, we have compiled different resources and tools around COVID-19 and WASH, which include documents, videos, social media materials with messages on public health, webinar recordings, etc. Learn More

(List) American Water Works Association: Coronavirus Resources (Resource)

www.awwa.org/Resources-Tools/Resource-Topics/Coronavirus#106...

With special attention to resources for utilities, this page lists relevant guidance around water and COVID-19. Learn More

Developers: American Water Works Association

(List) WEF: The Water Professional’s Guide to COVID-19 (Resource)

wef.org/news-hub/wef-news/the-water-professionals-guide-to-t...

This page seeks to help water sector professionals keep informed on the attributions of the COVID-19 virus and any measures needed to protect both workers and public health, in general. Learn More

Maintaining or Restoring Water Quality in Buildings with Low or No Use. (Resource)

www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2020-05/documents/final_m...

How to ensure the safety of staff and maintaining water quality in buildings with little or no use. Learn More

Nature and Health (2014) (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/nature-and-health-2014

This article presents the state of knowledge with regard to human health and well-being from contact with nature. Learn More

Nature-Based Solutions for Water (2018) (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/nature-based-solutions-for-wat...

The United Nations World Water Development Report for 2018. Learn More

No Water No Growth (Resource)

www.chinawaterrisk.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/CWR-Report...

This report seeks to provide an overview of the way in which the social and economic development of continental Asia is dependent on the resources of ten rivers. Learn More

Developers: China Water Risk

One Planet Approaches: Methodology Mapping and Pathways Forward (Resource)

www.metabolic.nl/publications/one-planet-approaches-methodol...

One Planet Approaches consist of a family of tools, methodologies, frameworks, programs, and action plans, which recognize the need to measure and reduce human impact in relation to the absolute boundaries of the Earth system. Learn More

Open Source: Water Innovation (Resource)

Levi Strauss & Co. chose to publish their innovative Water<Less fabric finishing techniques to encourage water-saving practices across the apparel industry. Learn More

Developers: Levi Strauss & Co.

Operational Considerations for COVID-19 Management in the Accommodation Sector (Resource)

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With private enterprises playing a critical role in contributing to the safety of their staff, it is important to change some of their core operations. This guide is meant as a stepping point to begin reopening with safety as a ... Learn More

Preferred Fiber and Materials Market Report (Resource)

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TextileExchange's report offers personal accounts from fiber and materials experts “inside” the industry, demonstrating various company strategies and fiber priorities being implemented to achieve greater sustainability. Learn More

Prepare your Small Business and Employees for the Effects of COVID-19 (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-small-b...

During an infectious disease outbreak, such as the current outbreak of COVID-19, small business owners must prepare for disruption in their business as well as prepare to protect their employees’ health and safety in the workplace. These steps are recommended ... Learn More

Pulse of the Fashion Industry (Resource)

www.globalfashionagenda.com/initiatives/pulse

This report uses new data and calculations to show that investments in resource efficiency, secure work environments, and sustainable materials can benefit the environment and improve profitability. Learn More

Putting Nature to Work: Integrating Green and Gray Infrastructure for Water Security and Climate Resilience (2019) (Resource)

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This report shows how putting nature to work can help deliver infrastructure services with greater impact and lower cost, all the while reducing risks from disaster, boosting water security and enhancing climate resilience. Learn More

Quantifying Replenish Benefits in Community Water Partnership Projects (Resource)

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The Coca-Cola Company is quantifying the water-related “Replenish” benefits derived through its Community Water Partnership (CWP) projects. The work described in this report builds on previous efforts, and provides a current status of quantification results for three categories of CWP ... Learn More

Developers: GETF, The Coca-Cola Company

Questions relating to food businesses (Resource)

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Questions\ guidelines relating to food businesses answered by the WHO. Learn More

Responsible Environment Enhanced Livelihoods (REEL) Cotton Standard 2.0 (Resource)

CottonConnect's Responsible Environment Enhanced Livelihoods Cotton (REEL COTTON) standard is a business-driven initiative that sources sustainable cotton to improve environmental, quality, and traceability conditions in supply chain factories and farms worldwide. Committed brands and their supply chains undertake a development-oriented ... Learn More

Restoring Water to Medical, Residential, and Commercial Buildings Shutdowns, Unsafe Water (Resource)

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How to ensure the safety of staff and maintaining water quality in buildings with little or no use. Learn More

Right Tool for the Right Job: Tools and Approaches for Companies and Investors to Assess Water Risks and Shared Water Challenges (2020) (Resource)

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This report seeks to provide an overview of the three leading water tools available for corporate water risk assessment. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

SAVEh Water Efficiency Self-Assessment System (Resource)

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SAVEh is the platform through which Ambev shares its water management system free of charge with other companies, which has helped to reduce more than 40% of the company’s water consumption in the last 13 years. This water efficiency tool ... Learn More

Developers: Ambev S/A

Scaling Corporate Water Stewardship to Address Water Challenges in the Colorado River Basin (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/colorado-river-water-stewardship

The Colorado River Basin states face significant water challenges, including the overallocation of water, long-term drought, and climate change. This report, commissioned by the Walton Family Foundation, explores the potential for corporate water stewardship to help solve these challenges. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Scaling Green Stormwater Infrastructure Through Multiple Benefits in Austin, Texas: Distributed Rainwater Capture on Residential Properties in the Waller Creek Watershed (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/multiple-benefits-in-austin-texas

The City of Austin, Texas is facing an increasingly uncertain water future, from decreasing water supplies and more intense droughts to periodic flooding and water quality impairments. Austin is addressing these challenges head on, from investments in water efficiency and ... Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

SDG Compass Business Tools (Resource)

sdgcompass.org/business-tools

The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Compass Business Tools inventory maps existing business tools against the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It allows you to explore commonly used business tools that may be useful when assessing your organization’s impact on the SDGs. Learn More

Setting Site Water Targets Informed By Catchment Context: A Guide For Companies (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/site-water-targets

This guide aims to help companies set effective site water targets that are informed by catchment context, which can create value and lessen risks for the company and support collective action. Learn More

Developers: CEO Water Mandate

Setting Site Water Targets Informed by Catchment Context CASE STUDY: Upper Vaal River Basin and Berg and Breede River Basins, South Africa (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/site-water-targets-south-africa

The world’s water resources are under increasing pressure from rising water consumption, pollution, and climate variability. The variety of water challenges companies face, from water governance issues to extreme events like drought, manifest in the river basins where the companies ... Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Sharing Good Practice in Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard Implementation (2020) (Resource)

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This report provides findings on good practices of AWS Standard implementation. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Soil & Water Assessment Tool (Resource)

swat.tamu.edu

The Soil & Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) is a small watershed to river basin-scale model used to simulate the quality and quantity of surface and ground water and predict the environmental impact of land use, land management practices and climate ... Learn More

Strengthening the business case for water, sanitation and hygiene: How to measure value for your business (Resource)

In response to the challenge of quantifying the business benefits, WaterAid, Diageo, GAP Inc., and Unilever have worked with PwC and ODI to develop a practical, step-by-step guide. The guide will help companies understand the business value of their WASH ... Learn More

Developers: WaterAid

Sustainable Rice Platform (Resource)

www.sustainablerice.org

The Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) Standard for Sustainable Rice Cultivation is the world’s first voluntary sustainability standard for rice. The standard is complemented by a set of 12 quantitative performance indicators. By identifying “hotspots,” the indicators enable users to monitor ... Learn More

Sustainable Timber Sourcing – Good Practices in Construction Material Industries (Resource)

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The Forest Stewardship Council created the Principles of Forest Stewardship as a worldwide standard to promote environmentally responsible, socially beneficial and economically viable management of the world’s forests. Learn More

The AWS International Water Stewardship Standard (Resource)

a4ws.org/the-aws-standard-2-0

The AWS Standard is a globally-applicable framework for major water users to understand their water use and impacts, and to work collaboratively and transparently for sustainable water management within a catchment context. Learn More

Developers: Alliance for Water Stewardship

The Business Case for WASH (Resource)

wash4work.org/business-case

This paper provides examples of how to make progress in service delivery in and beyond the workplace. With private enterprises playing a critical role in contributing to the safety of their staff, it is important to change some of their ... Learn More

The Elephant in the Boardroom: Why Unchecked Consumption is Not an Option (Resource)

www.wri.org/publication/elephant-in-the-boardroom

This discussion paper examines the need for companies to openly acknowledge and discuss the business dependency on consumption, exploring the topic through three different product examples – cars, beef, and clothing. Learn More

The essence of resilient leadership: Business recovery from COVID-19 (Resource)

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This special Academy session covered steps businesses can take to respect and support the rights and lives of women and girls during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn More

The Five Goods (Resource)

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‘The Five Goods’ stem from Fashion for Good’s robust definition of ‘good’ and intend to guide the sector with a genuine and accountable framework with the promise of social, economic, and environmental prosperity. Learn More

The Higg Index (Resource)

apparelcoalition.org/the-higg-index

Measure the environmental and social impact of your apparel products and operations. Learn More

The Life Cycle of a Jean (Resource)

This case study looks closely at a pair of Levi Strauss & Co. stone wash jeans with the goal of helping companies in the apparel sector take more effective and holistic approaches to the industry’s environmental impact. Learn More

Developers: Levi Strauss & Co.

The NbS Evidence Platform (2019) (Resource)

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This tool is an interactive map linking nature-based solutions to climate change adaptation outcomes based on a systematic review of peer-reviewed literature. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Threading the Needle: Weaving SDGs in the Textile, Retail, and Apparel industry (Resource)

textileexchange.org/threading-the-needle-weaving-sdgs-in-the...

This report is a culmination of industry interviews, non-government organization inputs, and desk research, the report highlights practical examples for companies in the sector and beyond, grappling with how to integrate the SDGs into their core business and global supply ... Learn More

Three Priorities for Business on the Coronavirus (Resource)

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A deep dive into three areas for business action:1 Responsible Marketing 2 Accelerating Collaborative Action at the Country Level 3 Building Resilience and Good Practice Solutions for Business Learn More

Towards the Circular Economy: Accelerating the scale-up across global supply chains (Resource)

This report explores the possibilities of scaling a circular economy, given the reality of the global economy and the complexity of multi-tier supply chains. Learn More

Developers: World Economic Forum

ToxServices Full Materials Disclosure Screened Chemistry Program (ToxFMD) (Resource)

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ToxServices' Full Materials Disclosure Screened Chemistry Program (ToxFMD®) promotes chemical optimization through chemical hazard assessment, hazard reduction, and informed substitution. ZDHC members use the program to document conformance with the ZDHC MRSL. Learn More

Urban and Agricultural Water Use in California, 1960 -2015 (Resource)

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Water is the lifeblood of California, providing for the household needs of 40 million people and supporting one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world, various commercial and industrial activities, and the health and viability of the state’s ... Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

WASH in the Workplace Self-Assessment Tool (Resource)

Evaluate the current status of access to safe WASH at the workplace in a given facility of your company. Assess the current status of access to safe WASH at the workplace in a given facility Support decision-making regarding investments and ... Learn More

WASH@Work: A Self-training Handbook (Resource)

ILO Sectoral Policies and Governance and Tripartism Departments present four self-training modules, which adapt existing ILO training tools on OSH to provide governments, workers and employers with the necessary skills to implement the general principles contained in relevant ILO instruments. ... Learn More

Wastewater: The Untapped Resource (Resource)

www.unwater.org/publications/world-water-development-report-...

This UN World Water Development report evaluates the vast quantities of domestic, agricultural and industrial wastewater discharged into the environment everyday as a valuable resource rather than costly problem. Learn More

Water Balance Targets (Resource)

www.worldwildlife.org/publications/water-balance-targets

Companies are increasingly setting and pursing ‘water balance targets’ as part of their water stewardship strategies. The seeming simplicity of balance goals can be attractive – “we will restore a volume of water equal to the amount our business consumes.” ... Learn More

Developers: WWF

Water Infrastructure For Climate Adaptation – The Opportunity To Scale Up Funding And Financing (2018) (Resource)

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This report calls for an integrated approach that brings together governments, water users, and the society at large including the private sector, NGOs, and academia to design smart, adaptable and sustainable solutions for water infrastructure impacted by climate change. Learn More

Water Risk Filter (Resource)

waterriskfilter.panda.org

The Water Risk Filter can be used to assess and respond to water related risks for your own operations, suppliers, or growth plans. Learn More

Developers: WWF

Water Risk Filter (2018) (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/water-risk-filter-2018

The Water Risk Filter can be used to assess and respond to water-related risks for your own operations, suppliers, or growth plans. Learn More

Developers: WWF

World Bank Brief: WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) and COVID-19 (Resource)

www.worldbank.org/en/topic/water/brief/wash-water-sanitation...

Safely managed water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services are an essential part of preventing and protecting human health during infectious disease outbreaks, including the current COVID-19 pandemic. Learn More

Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Programme (Resource)

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These guidelines intend to help close the knowledge gap on wastewater treatment technologies and motivate relevant facilities in the apparel and footwear industry to implement the professional treatment systems necessary to meet the ZDHC Wastewater Guidelines. Learn More

Aqueduct (Resource toolbox)

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World Resources Institute Learn More

Exploring the Case for Corporate Context-Based Water Targets (Resource toolbox)

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CEO Water Mandate; CDP; The Nature Conservancy; World Resources Institute; WWF Learn More

GLASA State of the Apparel Sector Water Report (Resource toolbox)

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The Sustainable Business Group; The Sustainable Fashion Academy; The Global Leadership Award in Sustainable Apparel Learn More

Swedish Textile Water Initiative Guidelines (Resource toolbox)

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Swedish Textile Water Initiative Learn More