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| Total Organizations: | 15 | |
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| Total Projects: | 3 | |
| Priority SDGs: |
Sustainable Agriculture (SDG 2.4)
Increase Access to Water, Sanitation, Hygiene (SDG 6.1 & 6.2) Water Quality (SDG 6.3) Water Use Efficiency (SDG 6.4) Integrated Water Resource Management (SDG 6.5) Protect and Restore Ecosystems (SDG 6.6) International Cooperation and Capacity Building (SDG 6.a) Stakeholder Participation (SDG 6.b) Water-Related Disaster Management (SDG 11.5) Climate Resilience and Adaptation (SDG 13.1) |
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Negro (Uruguay)
Uruguay |
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| Priority Industries: |
Apparel
Biotech, health care & pharma Food, beverage & agriculture Manufacturing Power generation Retail |
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| Organization Types: |
27%
Business
20%
Academia
20%
Utility / Water Service Provider
13%
Government
13%
NGO / Civil Society
7%
International Organization
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| Profile Completion: | 100% | |
Total annual estimated cost to address all water-related challenges: $173,576,760.00
Share of total annual estimated cost to address each individual challenge (2015 $USD):
For more about this data, see information on WRI’s Achieving Abundance dataset here.
As reported by organizations on the Hub.
1.1.1.WATER RESOURCES Uruguay has six major watersheds, Uruguay River, Plata River, Atlantic, Merin Lake, Negro River and Santa Lucía River. All watersheds in Uruguay but Santa Lucia share water with other countries such as Brazil and Argentina. Groundwater resources supply water to some small urban settlements and small and medium scale irrigation systems in the interior. The most important groundwater reserves in Paraguay in terms of capacity are the Guaraní and the Raigon Aquifer. The Guarani aquifer is one of the largest groundwater reserves in the world, covering 1,200,000 km2 throughout Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. The Guarani Aquifer has a storage capacity of 40,000 cubic kilometers. With an estimated annual recharge rate of 160-250 km3 and more than 40 km3 available for consumption, the Guaraní aquifer could supply daily 300 liters of water per capita to 360 million people. The neighbour countries are implementing an Environmental Protection and Sustainable Management project together with the Organization of American States and the World Bank. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, the Uruguay River and the Negro River have the largest concentration of Uruguay’s big dams, aimed mostly at hydropower generation, with a total storage capacity of 17.3 km3. Large dams in Uruguay include: -the Salto Grande dam on the Uruguay River on the border with Argentina, inaugurated in 1979, with a 1,890 MW power plant and a storage capacity of 5 km3 -the Rincón del Bonete dam on the Negro River, inaugurated in 1945, with a 160 MW power plant and the largest reservoir in the country with a storage capacity of 8.8 km3 -the Baygorria dam on the Negro River, inaugurated in 1960, with a 108 MW power plant and a storage capacity of 0.6 km3 -the Palmar dam on the Negro River, inaugurated in 1980, with a 333 MW power plant and a storage capacity of 2.85 km3 -Other medium dams for industrial and irrigation purposes are located in the Santa Lucia River (Canelón Grande Dam), Rocha Department (India Muerta Dam) and Minas de Corrales. In addition, there are many small private minor reservoirs throughout the country aimed mostly at irrigation with an estimated storage capacity of 1.4 km3.
1.1.2.WATER USE Surface water is the main supplier of water for irrigation (87%), domestic (11%) and industrial use (2%). Irrigation is the main water user by watershed, except in the Santa Lucia River (domestic use) and the Plata River (industrial use). Uruguay is the only country in Latin America that has achieved quasi universal coverage of access to safe drinking water supply and adequate sanitation. Water service quality is considered good, with practically all localities in Uruguay receiving disinfected water on a continuous basis. 70% of wastewater collected by the national utility was treated. Given these achievements, the government's priority is to improve the efficiency of services and to expand access to sewerage, where appropriate, in areas where on-site sanitation is used. Uruguay has approximately 181,000 hectares (ha) equipped for irrigation or about 12.8% of the total agricultural land, 1,412,000ha. The private sector has been the main investor of irrigation infrastructure in Uruguay. The public sector has contributed in some irrigation projects such as Canelón Grande (1 100 ha), Colonia España (815 ha), Chingolo, Tomás Berreta (360 ha), Corrales (3 500 ha), Aguas Blancas (125 ha), and India Muerta. Since 1996, the Natural Resources Management and Irrigation Development Project (PRENADER for its acronym in Spanish) has promoted irrigation techniques and built several hydraulic infrastructures such as small dams and groundwater pumping systems aimed at supplying water for irrigation. The electricity sector in Uruguay has a strong participation of the public sector. According to 2002 data, energy supply is dominated by hydropower generation (51%), followed by crude oil (34%), wood (11%), biomass (3%) and natural gas (1%). Three hydropower plants on the Negro River and one binational plant with Argentina on the Uruguay River generate most of the hydropower in Uruguay (see above under water storage for a list of the dams). The possibility of building new plants is constrained by Uruguay’s geographic characteristics.
1.2.WATER QUALITY, ECOSYSTEMS AND HUMAN HEALTH Major environmental problems are water pollution from meat packing/tannery industry; inadequate solid/hazardous waste disposal. The Ministry of Housing, Territorial Organization and Environmental (MVOTMA for its acronym in Spanish) considers that water quality in Uruguay is slowly decreasing due to the release of untreated effluents from industries and cities as well as agricultural runoff. In addition, uncontrolled groundwater use can lead to pollution or overexploitation of aquifers. In the Departments of Canelones and Maldonado, overexploitation has cause sea water intrusion into coastal aquifers and bacterial contamination.
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Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) (Organization)
allianceforwaterstewardship.org
The Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) is a partnership of some of the world’s leaders in sustainable water resource management, bringing together businesses, multilateral agencies, governments, civil society and communities to drive consensus-based actions on shared water risk. At the … Learn More
Aqua Holding (Organization)
Production of chemicals and equipment for potable water treatment and industrial water preparing. Learn More
Belgicast Internacional SL (Organization)
We make valves. Distribution water solutions. Since 1957, BELGICAST offers the widest range of technical solutions for water control. The aim is to offer a complete range of products and solutions for the efficient handling of the vital resource “water”. … Learn More
Deltares (Organization)
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
GSMA (Organization)
www.gsma.com/mobilefordevelopment/programmes/mobile-enabled-...
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
Global Water Partnership (Organization)
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Hytecon Gmbh (Organization)
Since its foundation in May 2007, HYTECON has generated an established market position within the field of consulting services for water and technical hygiene related aspects, focussing especially on innovative and customer-oriented solutions. A highly experienced team of microbiologists and … Learn More
Latin American Quality Institute (Organization)
LAQI is an organization comprised of the leading companies and institutions of Latin America, rating them on issues of Quality and Sustainable Development. LAQI is based and run on the 40+10 actions and directives, and it respects the limits of … Learn More
Ministerio del Ambiente -MINAM (Organization)
El MINAM es el ente rector del Sector Ambiente y la autoridad competente para formular la Política Nacional del Ambiente aplicable a los tres niveles de gobierno, conforme a lo dispuesto en el Decreto Legislativo N° 1013,que aprueba su creación, … Learn More
National Superintendence of Sanitation Services (SUNASS) (Organization)
Sunass regulates water and sewage companies, oversees quality of service standards, settles customer complaints and sets regulated prices. Learn More
Netafim (Organization)
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
SGS (Organization)
OUR GROUP PROFILE SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,600 offices and … Learn More
Water Canada (Organization)
Water Canada is an influencer, a networker, and a newsmaker. Our editors and researchers know the industry and the people implementing plans and projects on the frontlines. Thousands of readers turn to us for exclusive, insightful content that speaks to … Learn More
Álon Pte Ltd (Organization)
ÁLON connects people and resources to raise awareness, converge best practice and collaboration, to support the transition of industries, leaders & lifestyles dependent on water – towards minimizing our water footprints. “We aim to shape consensus among pioneering Water Ambassadors … Learn More
Peralta I Wind Power Project (Project)
www.carbonfootprint.com/vcs_uruguay_wind_offset.html
The purpose of the project is to generate clean renewable electricity from Wind Power and supply it to the national grid of Uruguay.The project activity involves the development and operation of an onshore wind farm located at 280km north from … 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
Replenishment actions with The Coca-Cola Company South Latin Business Unit (Project)
This proposal outlines an intended partnership between Coca-Cola’s South Latin Business Unit and TNC, to contribute towards water security collaboratively by investing in watershed management activities and the development of collective action mechanisms in the source watersheds of four cities … Learn More
"COVID-19 HELP FOR WORKERS " (Resource)
ca.cair.com/updates/covid-19-help-for-workers
CAIR-CA has put together the following guide to some of the resources for workers who have been impacted by COVID-19. 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
A policy framework for tackling the economic and social impact of the COVID-19 crisis (Resource)
www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/@dgreports/@dcomm/documents...
In this policy brief the ILO offers comprehensive and integrated recommendations on the key areas of policy action that should form part of that response.The brief is addressed at ILO constituents (governments, employers and workers), policy-makers and the general public. Learn More
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
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)
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
BLC Chem-MAP (Resource)
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
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
Business Guide: COVID-19 (Resource)
An emphasis on gaps in WASH coverage and what role institutions play in battling COVID-19. Links and other resources provided. 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
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)
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
COVID-19 Emergency Response UNICEF Hygiene Programing Guidance Note (Resource)
wateractionhub.org/media/files/2020/04/03/WASH-COVID-19-hygi...
This document is intended for WASH and C4D officers at country offices working together on the Covid19 outbreak preparedness and response. The document contains guidance on reviewing existing resources and coordination mechanisms, identifying the right intervention and considerations for sustainability … Learn More
COVID-19 Employer Information for Office Buildings (Resource)
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/office-buildings...
Workers in office buildings may be at risk for exposure to the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Office building employers, building owners and managers, and building operations specialists can take steps to create a safe and healthy workplace … Learn More
COVID-19 Guidance for Legionella and Building Water System Closures (Resource)
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/php/building-water-system....
How to ensure the safety of your occupants and building water system and devices Learn More
COVID-19 Makes Handwashing Facilities and Promotion More Critical Than Ever (Resource)
www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2020/04/30/covid-19-makes-...
The campaigns, which target audiences at home and in schools, promote improved health and hygiene practices, such as handwashing, the importance of connecting to the water supply and sanitation system, regular payments for service continuity, and improving sanitation and menstrual … Learn More
COVID-19 Resources for California Nonprofits (Resource)
calnonprofits.org/publications/article-archive/680-californi...
Constantly updated database for California nonprofits. Contains Advocacy and support links, funding opportunities, Federal resources and information, announcements and resources, employee and employer resources, and resources for individuals. Learn More
COVID-19 WASH Refugee Resources (Resource)
wash.unhcr.org/covid-19-resources
Technical guidance, WASH preparedness, webinars, checklists for health facilities, self assessments, and guidance on disinfectants. 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
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
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)
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Drinking Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) and COVID-19 Library – WASH4Work (Resource)
Best practices- Resources- Webinars on WASH/COVID-19 topics. Learn More
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
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
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
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
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/global-covid-19/community-...
The purpose of this document is to provide ministries (e.g. Ministry of Health (MOH), Ministry of Water (MOW)), sub-national public health authorities, and implementing partners with a practical framework of action to both prepare for and mitigate community transmission of … Learn More
GEMI Local Water Tool (LWT) (Resource)
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
Getting your workplace ready for COVID-19 (Resource)
www.un.org/sites/un2.un.org/files/sg_report_socio-economic_i...
This document gives advice on: 1. Simple ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in your workplace 2. How to manage COVID-19 risks when organizing meetings & events 3. Things to consider when you and your employees travel 4. Getting … 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
How Can We Ensure Everyone Can Wash Their Hands With Soap and Water, to Protect Lives from COVID-19? (Resource)
washmatters.wateraid.org/blog/how-to-ensure-everyone-can-was...
Om Prasad Gautam, Khairul Islam, and Erik Harvey discuss the importance of handwashing with soap and water in reducing the risk of infection from COVID-19 and highlight the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector can and should do in response to … 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
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)
The India Water Tool brings together 20 datasets and risk indicators to help users understand their water risks in India. Learn More
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
Long Beach- COVID-19 Resources (Resource)
Resources for the Long Beach community. Covers topics such as: Movement Strategy, Family Resource Government Resources 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
National Register of Health Service Psychologists: Resources (Resource)
www.nationalregister.org/coronavirus-resources
National Register Resources: Psychological resources and information. 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
OSHA COVID-19 (Resource)
www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/controlprevention.html
OSHA has developed this interim guidance to help prevent worker exposure to SARS-CoV-2. The general guidance below applies to all U.S. workers and employers. Learn More
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)
apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/331937/WHO-2019-nCo...
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)
store.textileexchange.org/product/2017-preferred-fiber-mater...
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
washmatters.wateraid.org/publications/hygiene-supply-chain-r...
Guidelines for supply chain workplaces to reopen with a robust WASH plan of action. 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
ceowatermandate.org/resources/putting-nature-to-work-integra...
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)
www.coca-colasrbija.rs/content/dam/journey/rs/sr/private/pdf...
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: Global Environment Technology Foundation (GETF), The Coca-Cola Company
Questions relating to food businesses (Resource)
www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/questions-relating-to-food-...
Questions\ guidelines relating to food businesses answered by the WHO. Learn More
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/reopen-guidance....
This guidance is intended for all Americans, whether you own a business, run a school, or want to ensure the cleanliness and safety of your home. 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)
engineering.purdue.edu/PlumbingSafety/covid19/index_html
How to ensure the safety of staff and maintaining water quality in buildings with little or no use. Learn More
SAVEh Water Efficiency Self-Assessment System (Resource)
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
SDG Compass Business Tools (Resource)
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
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
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
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
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
Shared Responsibility, Global Solidarity: Responding to the socio-economic impacts of COVID-19 (Resource)
www.un.org/sites/un2.un.org/files/sg_report_socio-economic_i...
This report is a call to action, for the immediate health response required to suppress transmission of the virus to end the pandemic, and to tackle the many social and economic dimensions of this crisis. It is, above all, a … Learn More
Soil & Water Assessment Tool (Resource)
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
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)
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)
ic.fsc.org/preview.fsc-principles-and-criteria-for-forest-st...
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)
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 (AWS)
The Business Case for WASH (Resource)
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 Five Goods (Resource)
d2be5ept72nvlo.cloudfront.net/2018/10/The-Five-Goods.pdf
‘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)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/the-nbs-evidence-tool-2019
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)
businessfightspoverty.org/articles/three-priorities-for-busi...
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)
www.toxservices.com/services/fmd.php
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
UN-Water Resource List (Resource)
www.unwater.org/coronavirus-global-health-emergency
This page brings together water and sanitation-related information from UN-Water Members and Partners in the light of the coronavirus global emergency. UN-Water is working to ensure the most up-to-date information, resources, and guidance as they become available. Learn More
Uniting Business to Combat COVID-19 (Resource)
www.unglobalcompact.org/take-action/20th-anniversary-campaig...
As the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, the United Nations Global Compact is calling on business leaders everywhere to unite to support workers, communities, and companies affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. A coordinated international plan involving the business sector will … Learn More
Urban and Agricultural Water Use in California, 1960 -2015 (Resource)
pacinst.org/publication/urban-agricultural-water-use
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 Health Care Facilities: Global Baseline Report 2019 (Resource)
washdata.org/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2019-04/J...
New figures from the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (JMP) indicate that WASH services in health care facilities are sub-standard in every region. Learn More
Developers: UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund
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 Risk Filter (Resource)
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
pacinst.org/publication/business-framework-water-covid-19
To combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus and rebuild our economies during and after the pandemic, collective action on water is essential. Such action can help not only to contain the virus, but also to realize the human right … Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
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)
www.roadmaptozero.com/fileadmin/pdf/Files_2018/Wastewater_Tr...
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)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/aqueduct-2013
World Resources Institute Learn More
Exploring the Case for Corporate Context-Based Water Targets (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/files/context-based-targets.pdf
CEO Water Mandate; CDP; The Nature Conservancy; World Resources Institute; WWF Learn More
GLASA State of the Apparel Sector Water Report (Resource toolbox)
The Sustainable Business Group; The Sustainable Fashion Academy; The Global Leadership Award in Sustainable Apparel Learn More
Swedish Textile Water Initiative Guidelines (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/sweden-textile-water-initiativ...
Swedish Textile Water Initiative Learn More
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