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| Total Organizations: | 100 | |
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| Total Projects: | 71 | |
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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) Sustainable Agriculture (SDG 2.4) Water-Related Disaster Management (SDG 11.5) Climate Resilience and Adaptation (SDG 13.1) |
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| Priority Industries: | Apparel | |
| Organization Types: |
42%
Business
30%
NGO / Civil Society
10%
Academia
7%
Utility / Water Service Provider
6%
Government
2%
Bilateral and / or Intergovernmental Agency
1%
International Organization
1%
Coalition / Consortium
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Water Fund
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| Profile Completion: | 91% | |
As reported by organizations on the Hub.
1.1.1.WATER RESOURCES Brazil has always been considered a country rich in water. It is estimated that about 12 per cent of the world’s surface water resources are located in the country. In 2007, per capita water availability reached 43,027m3 per year, more than the world average of 8,209m3 per capita in the same year. However, this impressive average masks an extremely uneven distribution of water resources among regions. The Amazon river basin alone, which covers 48 per cent of the country’s territory, accounts for 68 per cent of Brazil’s freshwater resources but has almost 12 per cent of its population. The most dramatic departure from abundance can be found in the northeast region, which includes most of the country’s semi-arid region. Accounting for 18 per cent of Brazil’s territory and about 28 per cent of its population, the northeast region has only 3 per cent of the country’s water resources and is subject to recurrent severe droughts, harvest failures, and food shortages. The southeast, with 73 per cent of the country’s population, 11 per cent of its territory and about 7per cent of its water resources, is the heart of Brazil’s industrial economy and also has the highest agricultural production. Brazil has 12 hydrographical regions (included the Amazon, Tocantins, São Francisco) the Plata river, which has three Brazilian sub-basins: Paraná, Upper Paraguay, and Uruguay and the remaining rivers flowing into the Atlantic, which are divided into several basins. The Amazon and the Tocantins-Araguaia basins in the north account for 56 per cent of Brazil’s total drainage area. The Amazon River, the world’s largest river by volume of water and second longest after the Nile, is navigable by ocean steamers as far as Iquitos in Peru. The São Francisco River is the largest river entirely within Brazil, flowing for over 1,609km northward before it turns eastward into the Atlantic. The last 277km of the lower river is navigable for ocean-going ships. The Paraná-Paraguay river system drains the southwestern portion of the state of Minas Gerais. Brazil’s two southernmost states partially drain into the Uruguay river, which flows into the Plata river. The inflow of the Amazon to Brazil is 1.9BCM per year, so that the total surface water resources in the country reach, on average, 8.2BCM per year. The stored groundwater in Brazil is less than 1,000m deep; the groundwater that is of sufficient quality for human use is estimated at 112,000km³, with highly variable extraction rates. In Brazil, groundwater is used in rural areas for domestic water supply and irrigation on a moderate scale. Estimates suggest that approximately 300,000 wells are being used, and over 10,000 more are drilled every year. Groundwater is beginning to be used on a large scale in areas where surface water sources are scarce, where they are heavily used, or where their use is problematic due to heavy water pollution (as in central and southern Brazil).
1.1.2.WATER USE About 61 per cent of all water withdrawal in Brazil is used for irrigation, which is lower than the average water withdrawal for irrigation in Latin America of 71 per cent. The irrigated area in 1998 was 28,000km3, which represents 5.7 per cent of the cultivated area. The irrigation potential of Brazil is estimated at 293,000km3, including only areas where irrigation can be developed and excluding areas of high ecological value in the northern region (such as the Amazonas and Tocantins basins). Ineffective irrigation has generated salinization and drainage problems in 150km3, mostly in the northeast (of a total irrigated area of 7,360km3), jeopardizing these lands’ productivity. Access to electricity has increased from fewer than 500 kilowatt hours (KWh) per capita in 1970 to more than 2,000KWh per capita in 2000. These results have been achieved mainly through the development of hydropower, which currently accounts for 81 per cent of Brazil’s installed capacity (69 gigawatts out of a total of 79). Brazil also has the largest hydroelectric power plant in operation in the world, the Itaipú Dam, which was built between 1975 and 1991 in a joint development on the Paraná River. Its 18 generating units add up to a total production capacity of 12,600MW (megawatts) and a reliable output of 75 million MWh a year, providing 25 per cent of the energy supply in Brazil and 78 per cent of that in Paraguay (in 1995).
1.2.WATER QUALITY, ECOSYSTEMS AND HUMAN HEALTH The major environmental problems are: deforestation in the Amazon Basin that destroys habitat and endangers a multitude of plant and animal species indigenous to the area; the lucrative illegal wildlife trade; air and water pollution in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and several other large cities; land degradation and water pollution caused by improper mining activities; wetland degradation; and severe oil spills. Sewage is a major cause of water pollution in Brazil, a significant problem that undermines quality of life, health, and economic development in large metropolitan areas and has a disproportionate impact on the poor in the slums surrounding Brazil’s largest cities. Water quality management is also undertaken by the states, although the quality of their water monitoring systems and surveys varies widely. In 2006, only nine Brazilian states had water quality monitoring systems that were rated as excellent or very good; five had good or fair systems, and thirteen had weak systems. The southeastern state of São Paulo, with a monitoring system considered very good, registered in its latest study high microbiological indexes indicative of pollution from domestic sewage both upstream and downstream in the Bairro da Serra river, and even higher indexes from its two main Country Overview - Brazil tributary streams
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62ª Subseção OAB Iguaba Grande RJ (Organization)
Representar, em juízo ou fora dele os interesses gerais, coletivos e difusos dos advogados, estagiários e sociedades de advogados inscritos e registrados em seus quadros, bem como os interesses individuais relacionados ao exercício da profissão. Learn More
ABA Global Education (Organization)
Prepare children, youth and adults to understand, respect and collaborate to build a better world Learn More
Aegea Saneamento e Participações S.A. (Organization)
Criada em 2010, Aegea é uma das maiores empresa de saneamento do segmento privado no país. Em cada município onde atua, leva mais saúde e qualidade de vida para a população, respeitando sempre o meio ambiente e a cultura local. … Learn More
Alegria activity S.L. (Organization)
Alegria activity S.L. produces special purpose mobile units. These mobile units are special purpose vehicles used to deploy any kind of service directly and easily to any location and social community in order to conduct turn-key campaigns in HEALTH, EDUCATION, … Learn More
Alliance for Water Stewardship (Organization)
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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
Ambev S/A (Organization)
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Ambev S/A is a Brazilian brewing company. It is the biggest brewery in Latin America and the fifth in the world. It was created on July 1, 1999, with the merger of two breweries, Brahma and Antarctica. Learn More
Antea Group (Organization)
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Antea Group is an international engineering and environmental consulting firm with access to more than 3,000 consultants in over 100 offices around the world. Our Sustainability Practice brings together management consultants and technical experts offering solutions from strategy through implementation … Learn More
Aqua Consultant LTD (Organization)
A Tanzania consulting firm on development issues including water, sanitation, energy and climate change. Learn More
Aqua Holding (Organization)
Production of chemicals and equipment for potable water treatment and industrial water preparing. Learn More
Asman Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd (Organization)
ASMAN Software Solutions Private Limited is a provider of cutting edge software consultancy, design and development services with headquarters in Hyderabad, India. The company made its inception into the IT arena in 2011 and offers a comprehensive range of Software … Learn More
Atmocean Inc. (Organization)
Atmocean's arrays of seawater pumps send pressurized seawater into our zero-electricity reverse/osmosis (ZER/O) module, where the fresh water output is used by drip irrigation pipe networks to grow crops in coastal deserts, adding to global food supply and drawing down … Learn More
Autoridad Nacional del Agua (ANA) (Organization)
La Autoridad Nacional del Agua (ANA), de acuerdo a la Ley No 29338 - Ley de Recursos Hídricos, es el ente rector y máxima autoridad técnico - normativa del Sistema Nacional de Gestión de los Recursos Hídricos, el cual es … Learn More
Banco do Brasil (Organization)
Banco do Brasil forged a partnership with the National Water Agency (ANA), Banco do Brasil Foundation and the WWF-Brasil to develop the Agua Brasil programme. The programme’s objectives include: a) Promote societal awareness and attitudinal change with respect to environmentally … Learn More
Biosfera (Organization)
El grupo Biosfera, es un think tank en investigacion de futuros sustentables. (BIOSFERA, INVESTIGACIÓN DE FUTUROS) es un equipo de análisis cuyo core business es la investigación prospectiva para la construcción de futuros deseables (futurables), asociados a la sustentabilidad (planeamiento … Learn More
Blue Planet Network (Organization)
Blue Planet Network provides a technology platform for funders to easily select, monitor, and manage WASH projects that have been peer reviewed and vetted for quality and sustainability. Each member project must pass a rigorous peer review and planning process … Learn More
Boticario Group Foundation (Organization)
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Nature conservation in Brazil. Learn More
Braskem S/A (Organization)
Created in August 2002 by the integration of six companies from Odebrecht Group and the Mariani Group, Braskem is currently the largest producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas and the largest producer of polypropylene in the United States. Its … Learn More
Catuí Engenharia (Organization)
Catui Engenharia Ltda. is a company that operates in the sanitation sector, focusing on water, sewage and drainage. Recently, the company has been working on adopting water efficiency, water re-use, recycling and conservation practices. Learn More
Centre for Advanced Research & Development, Bhopal, India (Organization)
The Centre for Advanced Research & Development (CARD) is a non-government agency established, in India, with its Head quarters in Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh established in 1992. The CARD has been established to promote advanced research and to apply its … Learn More
Centro de Estudos em Sustentabilidade da Fundação Getulio Vargas (Organization)
O Centro de Estudos em Sustentabilidade (FGVces) da Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo da Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV EAESP) é um espaço aberto de estudo, aprendizado, reflexão, inovação e de produção de conhecimento, composto por pessoas de … Learn More
Clarmondial (Organization)
Independent advisory company seeking to catalyse environmental investments Main focus areas within water issues: water and irrigation, water and sanitation, water and business risk Learn More
Climate Connected Benefit Society (Organization)
The Climate Connected Benefit Society is an industrial and provident society for the benefit of the community – a very simple funding vehicle, which allows ordinary, socially aware investors in the UK to put their capital to work in a … Learn More
Companhia Energetica Minas Gerais (CEMIG) (Organization)
www.cemig.com.br/en-us/Pages/default.aspx
Cemig operations comprise the areas of electric energy generation, transmission, distribution and commercialization, as well as the distribution of natural gas, through Gasmig, and the efficient use of energy, though Efficientia. Learn More
Compañía Minera Antamina (Organization)
A truck-and-shovel mining operation dedicated to extract copper, Zinc, Moly and Silver minerals and produce concentrates through a flotation concentration circuit. The mine site is located at 4300 masl with Ancash Region, Peru. Its concentrates are transported by 304Km pipeline … Learn More
Comusa Serviços de Água e Esgoto (Organization)
Prestar serviços de abastecimento de água e tratamento de esgoto, de forma eficiente e qualificada, assegurando a água como um bem essencial e público à população hamburguense. Learn More
Consorcio para el Desarrollo Sostenible de la Ecoregión Andina (CONDESAN) (Organization)
Lima based NGO with activity all over the Tropical Andes. Focused on Sustainable Mountain DEvelopment from the thematic perspective of Biodiversity, Water and Livelihoods. Andean focal point for global networks and projects like the Mountain Forum, Challenge Programme for Water … Learn More
Corporate Eco Forum (Organization)
The Corporate Eco Forum (CEF) is an invitation-only membership organization for large companies that demonstrate a serious commitment to environment as a business strategy issue. CEF’s mission is to help accelerate sustainable business innovation by creating the best neutral space … Learn More
Coventry University (Organization)
Main focus is SUDS retrofit to tackle flooding and water quality problems in the City of Coventry, UK, and to provide biodiversity and amenity benefits to wildlife and citizens. Coventry has Living Lab Status and the group includes Coventry University … Learn More
DST Foundation (Organization)
“IC Medicals” and “ The Emission” are two genetically integrated global internet projects about informational copies of substances and biological objects. DST Foundation initiated the integration of these phenomenal projects in August 2009 as they both are based on usage … Learn More
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
Duratex S/A (Organization)
Duratex is a Brazilian company that manufactures wood products, sanitary vitreous chinaware and metal fittings. Learn More
Earthwatch Institute (Organization)
Earthwatch is an International NGO which focusses on scientific research and education about environmental issues. Earthwatch run FreshWater Watch, an employee engagement programme which raises awareness of fresh water issues through hands-on Citizen Science Leader training days. In addition to … Learn More
Engenheiros sem Fronteiras - Brasil (Organization)
Promover o desenvolvimento humano e sustentável por meio da Engenharia. Learn More
European Commission DG Environment (Organization)
Developing European Environmental Policy The European Commission develops and implements EU policies by proposing laws to the European Parliament and Council of the European Union helping EU countries implement EU legislation managing the EU's budget and allocating funding ensuring that … Learn More
Fibria Celulose S/A (Organization)
Fibria Celulose is a Brazilian pulp and paper company, created by a merger between Aracruz Celulose and Votorantim Celulose e Papel. The company has a production capacity exceeding six million tons of pulp and paper produced in seven factories distributed … Learn More
Fundacion Biopsicosis (Organization)
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Mision: Realizar Actividades que Incentiven y Fortalezcan todos aquellos Planes, Programas, Proyectos y Políticas de Desarrollo Social, Cultural, Económico y Ambiental con Enfoque de Derechos Humanos, Derechos laborales, Cuidado Ambiental y Anticorrupción para alcanzar elevados niveles de Sustentabilidad Learn More
Future 500 (Organization)
Future 500 is a non-profit consultancy that builds trust between companies, advocates, investors, and philanthropists to advance business as a force for good. Our organization formed in 1995 as a venue for corporations and environmental NGOs to debate the systemic … Learn More
Gaia Servicios Ambientales (Organization)
Gaia Environmental Services is a company committed to the environment and sustainable development. Its mission is to provide environmental services to a high technical standard supported by extensively trained and develop products that achieve a positive impact on the environment. … Learn More
Gravity Skills - Institute of Health and Safety (Organization)
Welcome to Gravity Skills - the center that imparts knowledge and skills. Knowledge holds the key to success and skills enable you to do a task with precision and perfection. Gravity Skills delivers quality training in health, safety, environmental issues, … Learn More
Hospital Publico Estadual Galileu (Organization)
Galileo State Public Hospital (HPEG) is a hospital with a mission is to take care of lives by providing hospital assistance in traumato-orthopedics, medical clinic and cardiology. Learn More
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
Indian Social Service Institute (Organization)
Purpose of the organization is to promote socio, economic and cultural advancement of weaker sections by education, training, research and field action programs. Specific focus is to promote awareness on water sanitation among rural poor communities and help them to … Learn More
Instituto Acqua Brasil (Organization)
www.institutoacquabrasil.org.br
Sensitize, raise awareness and engage the diverse sectors of society in the preservation of water and the rational use, using communication actions; To collaborate with the formation of socioenvironmental awareness of children and adolescents through pedagogical projects in partnership with … Learn More
Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (Organization)
Currently celebrating its 42nd year, ICCR is the pioneer coalition of active shareholders who view the management of their investments as a catalyst for change. Its 300 member organizations with over $100 billion in AUM have an enduring record of … Learn More
International Movement for Advancement of Education Culture Social & Economic Development (Organization)
IMAECSED since 1995 is dedicated for philanthropic activities for the common people of the country and outside. Out of its other activities supply of Clean Water has taken as a most important works. Many places like School, Colleges, Offices, Industry … Learn More
International Water Management Institute (Organization)
IWMI is one of 15 international research centers supported by the network of 60 governments, private foundations and international and regional organizations collectively known as CGIAR. It is a non-profit organization with a staff of 350 and offices in over … Learn More
John Todd Ecological Design, Inc. (Organization)
BETTER public private partnership, with partner company John Todd Ecological Design, involved in sustainable water and wastewater and waste to food design and project development worldwide. See www.betterp3.com and www.toddecological.com Learn More
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics (Organization)
As we share our water with the entire planet, we feel that it is a precious resource. We monitor how we use water at our factories and are constantly working on ways to reduce our consumption of fresh water resources. … Learn More
Lafarge SA (Organization)
A world leader in building materials, Lafarge employs 65,000 people in 64 countries, and posted sales of €15.8 billion in 2012. As a top-ranking player in its Cement, Aggregates and Concrete businesses, it contributes to the construction of cities around … 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
Microsoft (Organization)
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. 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
NAQWA (Organization)
NAQWA is a Russian company that develops and makes nano drinking water recoverers. Our product NAQWA SPRING Drinking Water Recoverer (NAQWA SWR, www.naqwa.com ) created and manufactured in Russia is intended to provide sustainable drinking water solutions first of all … Learn More
NVH Global Ltd (Organization)
NVH's mission is to provide low cost, low energy solutions for sanitation and ground water pollution. NVH partners with the Indian Ministry of Defence Research Laboratory to commercialise for global use an effective biological process creating potable water as only … 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
Natura & Co (Organization)
Natura &Co is a Brazilian global personal care cosmestics group that includes Natura Cosméticos, Aesop, The Body Shop and Avon. The Group is present in 73 countries across all continents. 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
Next Level Productions (Organization)
Alexandra Akira is the CEO of Next Level Productions (NLP). She is an Executive Producer, Humanitarian, and Philanthropist. NLP develops and produces creative outlets that engage citizens globally on social, humanitarian, and environmental issues. Over the last thirty years, she … Learn More
Onalytica (Organization)
We focus on helping brands and agencies engage with the inner circle of influencers so that through their networks they can help you more effectively influence your end target audience. We have identified the most influential individuals and brands on … Learn More
Opportunity 2 Excel (Organization)
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Opportunity 2 Excel Company is a firm that provides general service, monitoring & evaluation, data collection, implementation plan, consultancy, supply, financial engineering, capacity building, feasibility studies, investment advisory services etc to clients. The company was established in 2007 and registered … Learn More
Plan Sierra (Organization)
Plan Sierra is a non-profit organization that works in the central mountains of the Dominican Republic. Its mission is to promote the sustainable management of water, soil, forests and biodiversity resources in La Sierra region in order to produce clean … Learn More
Platanera Río Sixaola S.A. (Organization)
Es una empresa dedicada a la producción y exportación de bananos para el mercado Alemán. Actualmente estamos desarrollando un proyecto de uso racional del agua, durante el 2015 hemos bajado en un 49% el consumo de agua en nuestros procesos … Learn More
Promon Environmental (Organization)
Environmental Service Company Consulting, Engineering, Digitalization, Management, Integration 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
SUNASS - National Superintendence of Sanitation Services (Organization)
Sunass regulates water and sewage companies, oversees quality of service standards, settles customer complaints and sets regulated prices. Learn More
SabMiller Plc (Organization)
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SABMiller is one of the world’s largest brewers, with more than 200 beer brands and some 70,000 employees in over 75 countries. We are also one of the world’s largest bottlers of Coca-Cola products. We’ve become a global leader by … Learn More
Sabesp (Organization)
Sabesp is a mixed capital company that was founded in 1973 and is currently responsible for supplying water and collecting and treating sewage in the 367 municipalities of São Paulo state. It is considered one of the world’s largest sanitation … Learn More
Sanasa (Organization)
SANASA is a public water supply and sanitation company, located in Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil, with 1.1 million inhabitants. Mission Contribute to the life quality of the population of Campinas, aiming at meeting present and future basic sanitation needs; Planning … Learn More
Sanofi (Organization)
OUR VISION, OUR MISSION We envision a world where people take the lead in improving their healthcare outcomes and their lives. At Sanofi we work passionately, every day, to understand and solve the health care needs of people around the … Learn More
Sindh Irrigation & Drainage Authority (Organization)
The Sindh Irrigation and Drainage Authority (SIDA) is an autonomous organization, taking over the Sindh irrigation and drainage system from the Sindh Irrigation and Power Department. It was established in 1997, an innovative act to devolve power in the water … Learn More
Society for Integrated Rural & Urban Development (Organization)
Clean water for undeserved community Learn More
Souz Continent (Organization)
We are Ukrainian company SOUZ-CONTINENT. Our company has advanced innovative, high-tech development projects to work with the water is getting the alternate energy and water purification. Very interested in mutually beneficial cooperation for the prosperity of the world community. Learn More
Studio 8 (Organization)
The focus is to provide sustainable water technology, integrating the water cycle to the design and landscape. Learn More
Suzano (Organization)
We are one of the largest integrated eucalyptus pulp and paper producers in Latin America. With operations in nearly 60 countries and a history dating back 94 years, we are the world’s second largest producer of eucalyptus pulp, one of … Learn More
São Paulo Water Fund (Organization)
The São Paulo Water Fund, created in 2007, is proving that green infrastructure is key to improving gray infrastructure efficiency and unlocking nature’s power to produce and regulate water. Green and grey infrastructure are a needed combination to meet our … Learn More
The CMG Consultancy (Organization)
Christopher Gleadle brings Sustainability, and the Green Economy• to life and shows you how to capture, create and deliver more value: serve customers better, reduce costs and mitigate conspiring environmental and social risk to see opportunity for greater profit. His … Learn More
The Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology (CAWST) (Organization)
CAWST, the Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology, is a non-profit organization that provides training and consulting to organizations that work directly with populations in developing countries who lack access to clean water and basic sanitation. CAWST "walks beside" … Learn More
The Coca-Cola Company (Organization)
The Coca-ColaCompany is the world's largest beverage company. The purpose of company is to refresh the world and make a difference. Our vision is to craft the brands and choice of drinks that people love, to refresh them in body … Learn More
The Nature Conservancy (Organization)
The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. We acheive this through the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, including more than 550 scientists, located in all 50 U.S. states … Learn More
The Overbrook Foundation (Organization)
Nonprofit private foundation with a focus on human rights and environment Learn More
Trucost Plc (Organization)
Trucost provides data and insight to help its clients understand the economic consequences of natural capital dependency. Our clients include companies and their advisors, the investment community, governments, academics and thought leaders. Learn More
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) (Organization)
UNDP partners with people at all levels of society to help build nations that can withstand crisis, and drive and sustain the kind of growth that improves the quality of life for everyone. On the ground in more than 170 … Learn More
Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina (Organization)
Public peruvian University dedicated to form profetionals hom manage and study natural resources and their transformations. Learn More
Universidad Technologica de Los Andes, Abancay, Apurimac Peru (Organization)
Universidad dedicada a la formación profesional cuenta con diez carreras profesionales entre ellas: Agronomía e Ingeniería Ambiental y Recursos Naturales, Enfermeria, así como Derecho, entre otras. Tiene 35 años y se encuentra en la región andina del Perú.A 16 horas … Learn More
Universidade de Sao Paulo (USP) (Organization)
Excellence in Research, Teaching, Outreach. Learn More
Villages UNIS (Organization)
VILLAGES UNIS est une ONG Suisse, reconnue d’utilité publique au N° 080.913007 date de la décision 18/12/2013 et basée dans la république et Canton de Genève Elle est active dans les domaines de la coopération au développement, à l'aide humanitaire … Learn More
Wastewater Exchange (Organization)
Wastewater Exchange is the designer and the implementer of the Ethical Water Exchange (all rights reserved) transforming wastewater into commoditised treated wastewater for the good sake of our health, planet, economy & water resources as common good. 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
Water Initiatives Nigeria (WIN) (Organization)
Water Initiatives Nigeria (WIN) is a non-governmental, non profit organization. As a registered non profit organization in Nigeria, WIN works to provide access to safe drinking water and proper sanitation and to assist in providing sustainable solutions to water problems … Learn More
Water Resilience Coalition (Organization)
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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
Water Technologies International (Organization)
Water Technologies International (GR8 Water) is engaged in the manufacture and distribution of technologically advanced Atmospheric Water Generators (AWG). These unique devices utilize a patent pending air purification input system to produce clean, great-tasting, safe water from the humidity in … Learn More
WaterStep (Organization)
WaterStep responds to critical needs for safe water by evaluating and implementing solutions and teaching people to use those tools. WaterStep saves lives with safe water by empowering communities to take care of their own long-term water needs. We believe … Learn More
Wello (Organization)
Wello is a social venture with a bold mission: to deliver clean water to a thirsty world. By reframing the water crisis as an opportunity, Wello has reinvented the wheel and developed an innovative and sustainable business model. THE WATERWHEEL … Learn More
World Water Innovation Network (Organization)
www.worldwaterinnovationnetwork.com
Promoting the use of innovative water-from-air tech for evaporation and condensate recapture & reuse by communities and businesses resiliently adapting to global warming and responding to disasters. In arid and drying regions lacking or losing surface and groundwaters, atmospheric (clean) … Learn More
ÁguaV - Construindo Sustentabilidade (Organization)
Restore degraded bodies of water, through the implementation of nature based solutions projects, in order to preserve ecosystem services and provide quality of life and well-being for the population. 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
AMA Aqua (Project)
A new Ambev product launched in the beginning of 2017. This is a mineral water that we might describe as 200%: 100% of the nutrients are for the consumer and 100% of the profit goes to projects providing access to … Learn More
Addressing Water Scarcity issues in the Parana (Project)
The droughts in Brazil are a serious issue and remain a top priority for our environmental teams in Brazil. Beginning in 2014, a Federal Resolution was passed temporarily suspending water withdrawal in watersheds near ArcelorMittal Piracicaba. In addition to these … Learn More
Agua Brasil Program (Project)
Banco do Brasil and its partners are piloting and encouraging agricultural practices that conserve water, increase vegetation cover, and restore degraded natural resources, further catalyzed by specialized financial products and services that incentive sustainable resource management. Project Results Brazilian farmers, … Learn More
Ambev's Response to COVID-19 (Project)
www.ab-inbev.com/news-media/news-stories/ambevs-rapid-covid-...
Ambev has repurposed one of its Brazilian beer breweries to manufacture 500,000 hand sanitizer bottles for public hospitals. It will also provide the bottling of PET bottles and distribution logistics to deliver 5,000 bottles to public hospital in Sao Paulo, … Learn More
Blue Risk Management Tool (Project)
Electrolux has a process in place, through the Blue Risk Management for all facilities to estimate potential financial impacts in case of disruption of production. If a relative important site in the US, in a risk area, must stop production … Learn More
Bolsa Floresta Program (Project)
Conserving the Amanzonian forest through payment for maintenance of environmental services, this program aims to curb deforestation and improve the quality of life for the local population. Specifically, this program finances incentives which allow for the education of the local … Learn More
Brazil Site-level Water Targets Pilot Testing (Project)
Brazil has faced severe droughts and water scarcity since 2012, causing severe water shortages in southeastern Brazil. Against the backdrop of this complex water governance environment, the CEO Water Mandate worked with CDP, the World Resources Institute, WWF, and UNEP-DHI … Learn More
CYAN Movement (Project)
In 2010, Ambev, Anheuser-Busch InBev’s Brazilian business unit, launched the CYAN Movement – a three-year water stewardship project designed to protect threatened watersheds in Brazil. The centerpiece of this project is a partnership with the World Wildlife Fund to advance … Learn More
Call to Innovation - The Water Crisis (Project)
www.fiap.com.br/calltoinnovation
In 2010, FIAP became partner of Singularity University to create the Call to Innovation - a contest that awards the best idea of technology in order to solve mankind's greatest challenges, addressing, at least, 1 million people. Singularity University, regarding … Learn More
Captação de Água Pluvial - ESF-JF (Project)
O objetivo do projeto foi construir um sistema de captação de água pluvial para uma escola municipal na cidade de Juiz de Fora, MG, Brasil.Project ResultsNa construção do sistema buscou-se aplicar a sustentabilidade em todos os aspectos. O reservatório foi … Learn More
Captação de Água Pluvial - ESF-Viçosa (Project)
Motivados em resolver os problemas de desperdício de água potável, falta de água em determinados períodos do ano, e danos causados à população pelo escoamento superficial da água da chuva em ambientes urbanos, surgiu em 2015, no Núcleo Viçosa da … Learn More
Captação de Água da Chuva ESF-Santa Maria (Project)
Considerando que os índices pluviométricos do município de Santa Maria/RS contribuem para a criação de sistemas de reutilização da água, vê-se a necessidade de projetos socioambientais que possibilitem a redução do consumo de água potável em atividades que não exijam … Learn More
Captação de água de chuva ESF-Vitória (Project)
Instalação de um sistema de Captação de Água de Chuva na EMEF Edna de Mattos, localizada no bairro Bento Ferreira, na região de Jesus de Nazaré, Vitória - ES. Project ResultsInstalação de um sistema de captação de água de chuva … Learn More
Captação de águas cinzas - ESF São João Del Rey (Project)
O foco principal do projeto é a economia de água. O acesso à água potável, própria para o consumo humano, é restrito. Na cidade de São João del Rei há regiões em que muitas vezes o abastecimento de água não … Learn More
Captação água de chuva - ESF BH (Project)
Instalação de um sistema de captação e reaproveitamento de água de chuvaProject ResultsRealizamos a tão sonhada e aguardada horta, com toda infraestrutura de plantio e também implementamos o sistema de captação e reaproveitamento de água de chuva para irrigação do … Learn More
Center for Environmental Leadership in Business (Project)
www.conservation.org/global/celb/key_initiatives/pages/progr...
Through the Center for Environmental Leadership in Business (CELB), CI works in partnership with leaders in key industries to: reduce companies’ ecological footprint, harness the power of supply chains to drive the widespread adoption of good practices, invest strategically in … Learn More
Cisterna nas Escolas - ESF São Paulo (Project)
Objetivo Geral Apresentar a teoria vista em sala de aula através da prática de um projeto de engenharia, bem como diminuir o consumo de água potável da escola. Objetivos Específicos • Apresentar e construir novas formas de aprender, tornando o … Learn More
Cisternas - ESF Lorena (Project)
Realizado na AACAL (Associação de Atendimento à Criança e ao Adolescente de Lorena), esse projeto teve como objetivo reduzir os gastos da associação com conta de água, a fim de destinar esse dinheiro para investimentos em infraestrutura e lazer das … Learn More
Clean and Conserve Education Program (Project)
www.projectwet.org/cleanandconserve
The Clean and Conserve Education Program is designed to help children ages four and older learn about water conservation and healthy hygiene practices through school and community educators, or on their own. The program has five educational components, divided by … Learn More
Due Diligence on Project Finance Transactions (Project)
Risk is mitigated by the technical due diligences carried out in all project finance transactions that assess environmental and technical issues and ensure, through the Environmental Impact Assessment, that the minimum water flow necessary for the plant and for the … Learn More
Ecolab Sao Paulo Water Stewardship Project (Project)
This project implements water stewardship practices, particularly water savings (by reducing demand) and nature-based solutions that will increase the water supply to the basin. Learn More
Ecolab Suzano Brazil Water Stewardship Project (Project)
This project implements water stewardship practices, particularly water savings (by reducing demand) and nature-based solutions that will increase the water supply to the basin. Learn More
El Agua nos Une - SuizAgua Brasil (Project)
www.gvces.com.br/el-agua-nos-une-suizagua-brasil/?locale=pt-...
In Brazil, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), in partnership with the Center for Sustainability Studies of Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGVces), started in 2018 the “El Agua nos Une” initiative. The main objective of this initiative is to … Learn More
Ensuring Continuity of Service and Hygiene in Brazil (Project)
www.aegea.com.br/2020/06/02/aegea-saneamento-realiza-acoes-d...
Aegea Sanitation, a private sector sanitation company in Brazil serving over 8.9 million people, has contributed its efforts to the COVID-19 response by disinfecting commonly used public areas and roads and by donating hygiene products to vulnerable population in the … Learn More
Enterprise Flood Risk Management Program (Project)
The Company utilizes an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Program to identify, assess, prioritize and manage physical risks, including flooding. These risks are evaluated from a multidimensional perspective and consider probability, severity and adequacy of mitigation. The Enterprise Risk Management Committee … Learn More
Floating Islands - ÁguaV (Project)
aguav.com.br/portfolio/floating-islands-parque-burle-marx
Inspired by the concept of biomimetics, the floating islands are active treatment systems, that purify and vivify water resources contaminated by sewage and/or industrial contaminants. They are artificial man-made floating islands built from discarded materials, which are purposely planted several … Learn More
Global Solidarity Response to COVID-19 (Project)
www.loreal.com/group/our-activities/covid-19-our-global-soli...
L’Oréal’s has launched solidarity plans across its many international locations, including Egypt, the Ukraine, Brazil, and South Africa to support the global fight against COVID-19. It has shifted production in 28 factories to produce hand sanitizer, much of which will … Learn More
Guarde a chuva (Project)
www.comusa.rs.gov.br/index.php/paginas/visualizar/nv2/50
O programa Guarde a Chuva incentiva a captação de água da chuva através da confecção de cisternas artesanais e utilização da água captada para fins não potáveis. A água, captada pode ser utilizada na lavagem de pátios, na irrigação de … Learn More
Hope 2020 (Project)
www.iff.com/coronavirusresponse
In response to the pandemic, International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has reconfigured its production lines to produce 2.5 tons of hand sanitizer. In North America, IFF has developed a unique hand sanitizer called Hope 2020, partnering with a distiller to … Learn More
International Forestry Initiative (Project)
Forests provide much of the world’s most biodiverse habitat on land, making their protection a priority for maintaining biodiversity. They also provide flood control and water regulation benefits. In 2011, we launched a new environmental initiative with funding to help … Learn More
Investment in WaterReuse Projects (Project)
In the last few years, Braskem invested in reuse projects, such as "Agua Viva", which had an investment of approximately 20 million reals, with a potential water economy of 4 million m_ per year (2012 Annual Report). In addition, Braskem … Learn More
Juntos por todos (Project)
site.sabesp.com.br/site/imprensa/Releases-detalhes.aspx?seca...
Nivea, Fiat, Sabesp, Deep, Instituto Olga Kos, and Leo Burnett Tailor Made, representing the private, public, and civil society sectors, have partnered together to launch the “The Fight Belongs to Everyone” initiative in Brazil. This initiative focuses on ensuring access … Learn More
Less Loss, More Water Movement (Project)
Every year, 6.5 billion cubic metres of water are wasted in the urban distribution systems in Brazil. That represents approximately 39% of all the water treated for consumption in the country. To reverse this situation, the Less Loss, More Water … Learn More
Mantiqueira Forest Restoration Project, Brazil (Project)
www.tnc.org.br/o-que-fazemos/nossas-iniciativas/mantiqueira
We will create the conditions for restoration of 1.2 million hectares of Brazil's endangered Atlantic Forest in the iconic Mantiqueira Mountain range, meeting 10% of Brazil's national forest restoration commitments under the Paris climate change agreement. This project marries multiple … Learn More
Movimento Viva Agua (Project)
www.fundacaogrupoboticario.org.br/en/Pages/default.aspx
To transform the socioeconomic and environmental reality of the Miringuava Watershed (southern Brazil), through actions that contribute to water security by focusing on two fronts: (1) Conservation and restoration of natural ecosystems, and (2) Impact Entrepreneurship.Project ResultsTargets for the next … Learn More
New Field Program (Project)
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JBS promotes good practices for a sustainable agricultural and livestock for farmers, through the New Field Program (Programa Novo Campo), aiming to increase farmers production through the conservation of soil and water. The associated risk with grain purchase (animal feed … Learn More
Onda Limpa (Clean Wave) (Project)
www.aesabesp.org.br/arquivos/etbs/22-ondalimpa-reynaldoyoung...
The first phase of the project diagnosed the environmental quality of Santos Estuary, São Vicente Estuary, Santos Bay, and surrounding coastal areas before implementing the Environmental Recovery Program of the Metropolitan Region of Santos, known as the Clean Wave Program. … Learn More
Operational Water Balance Study and Risk Assessment at Minas Rio Mine (Project)
To mitigate risk, the water resources team at Minas Rio developed an operational water balance, hydrological model and simulations to predict water abstraction stoppage periods in the Peixe River during the dry season. The current contingency plan has been implemented … Learn More
Parceria Pelo Futuro CORSAN (Partnership for the Future CORSAN) (Project)
Para acelerar a universalização do esgoto, a Corsan desenvolveu o Projeto de PPP – Parceria Público-Privada para 9 cidades da região metropolitana de Porto Alegre: Alvorada, Cachoeirinha, Canoas, Eldorado do Sul, Esteio, Gravataí, Guaíba, Sapucaia do Sul e Viamão que, … Learn More
Programa Córrego Limpo (Project)
www.sabesp.com.br/sabesp/filesmng.nsf/61DE181E78FA31AD832572...
Uma parceria inédita entre o Governo do Estado e a Prefeitura de São Paulo para mudar a atual situação de degradação dos córregos da Capital. No programa, atuarão em conjunto a Secretaria de Estado de Saneamento e Energia, a Sabesp … Learn More
Programa Nossa Guarapiranga (Our Guarapiranga Program) (Project)
www.sabesp.com.br/Calandraweb/nossa_guarapiranga/info.html
Do programa Nossa Guarapiranga, em uma parceria do Governo do Estado, a Sabesp, e a Prefeitura de São Paulo. A iniciativa prevê a conservação da Represa e suas margens, a retirada de resíduos, e diversas ações de limpeza durante o … 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
Projeto na Comunidade Caminho Curto - Esgotamento Sanitario (Project)
Projeto e execução de rede de coleta e tratamento de esgoto sanitário na comunidade, com cerca de 100 pessoas.Project ResultsAcredita-se que o Caminho Curto será o maior projeto social realizado até então dentro da ONG. Ele impacta diretamente na saúde … Learn More
Reboost Program (Project)
www.essilor.com/en/sustainability/reducing-environmental-foo...
Essilor launched a global program “Reboost” to continuously improve the production process through increased water efficiency and to share the best practices in global operations. The investment of the facility reported within the Reboost program was about 1 million euros … Learn More
Responding to COVID-19: Shifting Manufacturing, Donations, Education (Project)
naturaeco.com/20200331_external_message.pdf
Natura & Co is repurposing its manufacturing to increase production of soap, sanitizer, and 70% alcohol by 30% in response to increased demand. The Brazilian personal care and cosmetics company has committed to donating at least 10 million units of … Learn More
River Basin Restoration Near a Fibria Celulose Mill (Project)
Fibria conserves native ecosystems in about 34% of its conserved areas. Within these protected areas, protection, management, recovery, and forestry integration activities are carried out (the commitment is to restore 40,000 hectares of its own areas between 2012 and 2025). … Learn More
SABESP Response to COVID-19 (Project)
site.sabesp.com.br/site/imprensa/noticias-detalhe.aspx?secao...
Sabesp, a Brazilian state-owned water, and waste management company, has distributed over 3,800 water storage tanks to vulnerable neighborhoods of Sao Paulo to prevent water shortages during emergency repairs or network maintenance. The effort began in the second-largest slum in … Learn More
Samarco Dam Foundation Creation (Project)
Samarco, Vale and BHP Billiton Brasil will establish a Foundation that will develop and execute environmental and socio-economic programs to remediate and provide compensation for damage caused by the Samarco dam failure.Project Results(not provided) Learn More
Saveh Project (Project)
SAVEh (Water Efficiency Self-Assessment System), in which we share our knowledge in water management and efficiency to encourage Ambev S.A.'s value chain and small and medium sized companies to reduce their water consumption. Project Results Learn More
Securing Alternative Water From Sewage Treatment Plants - Baixada Santista (Project)
The Climate Change and Adaptation Plan developed by Braskem indicated water scarcity as the primary potential risk for the company's operations. Using DEVICE, the company estimated an internal price on water and the costs to invest in alternatives such as … Learn More
Securing Alternative Water From Sewage Treatment Plants - Guandu (Project)
The Climate Change and Adaptation Plan developed by Braskem indicated water scarcity as the primary potential risk for the company's operations. The same plan complemented by specific high-risk basins studies (developed using DEVESE methodology), including Guandu, indicated the need to … Learn More
Securing Alternative Water From Sewage Treatment Plants - Recôncavo Norte & Inhambupe (Project)
The Climate Change and Adaptation Plan developed by Braskem indicated water scarcity as the primary potential risk for the company's operations. The same plan complemented by specific high-risk basins studies (developed using DEVESE methodology), including Recôncavo Norte and Inhambupe basin, … Learn More
Securing Alternative Water From Sewage Treatment Plants - Remédio (Project)
The Climate Change and Adaptation Plan developed by Braskem indicated water scarcity as the primary potential risk for the company's operations. The same plan complemented by specific high-risk basins studies (developed using DEVESE methodology), including Remédios River Basin, indicated the … Learn More
Securing an Alternative Water Supply for Daiichi Sankyo's Parana Facility (Project)
Daiichi Sankyo is using rainwater for sanitary water and other daily usage at its plant in Brazil.Project ResultsAlternate water supply Learn More
Shubhmint - Sustainable Mint Farming (Project)
www.mars.com/news-and-stories/articles/fresh-mint-for-the-fu...
Through a partnership with Tanager, Mars Wrigley is working with mint farmers in Uttar Pradesh, India to implement improved agricultural practices to grow mint more sustainably. The work includes using good agricultural practices such as irrigation scheduling, two new cultivars … Learn More
Sodexo's 'Smart Kitchen' in Brazil (Project)
Sodexo is implementing a project called "Smart Kitchen" in Brazil. A new approach to producing food, combining innovative equipment and simplified work methods and processes that improved safety compliance, resource efficiency including water, product performance, and reduced waste. Project Results … Learn More
Starbucks Coffee and Farmer Equity (C.A.F.E) Practices (Project)
www.conservation.org/campaigns/starbucks/Pages/default.aspx
Starbucks and Conservation International began an assessment of the water component of the Coffee and Farmer Equity (C.A.F.E.) Practices program in 2008, focused on 2 stages in the coffee value chain: cultivating, growing and harvesting coffee using methods that avoid … Learn More
Supporting Customers in Adopting Eco-Efficient Solutions (Project)
In addition to products offered, we developed ProÁgua to support our customers in adopting eco-efficient solutions, from the planning stage to selection of products. This service is available for residential, commercial, industrial, health and education buildings, carrying out actions for … Learn More
Sustainable Schools (Project)
Macapá Chapter's project dealt with topics such as: Water and its cycle, Water treatment, Pollution of rivers, Amazon River, Lack of water and solutions to this scarcity. Environmental education activities were carried out, in addition to the assembly of a … Learn More
Suzano Forest Restoration Program (Project)
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Suzano, world leader in market eucalyptus pulp, has an innovative Restoration Program, which seeks to restore degraded habitat and promote environmental conservation of ecosystems in four out of the six Brazilian biomes (Amazon Rainforest, Atlantic Forest, Cerrado and Caatinga). In … Learn More
The Brazil Water Guardian Project (Project)
The Brazil Water Guardian Project was launched in 2011 and completed in 2016. The project in partnership with one of our tobacco leaf suppliers (Universal Leaf) and the University of Santa Cruz do Sul, aimed to improve the volume and … Learn More
Tietê Project (Project)
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The objective of Project Tietê is to improve water quality in the Tietê River Basin, São Paulo Metropolitan Area, by expanding the wastewater collection and treatment infrastructure. The project was started in 1992 and involved investments of approximately US$1.6 billion … Learn More
Tratamento de esgoto descentralizado sustentável - Aracaju (Project)
Promover sistema de tratamento de esgoto doméstico em residências unifamiliares, carentes de assistência governamental, através da implementação de fossas sépticas sustentáveis, construídas com pneus usados a baixo custo. Promover ações de conscientização à sociedade envolvida no projeto quanto a importância … Learn More
Water Efficiency Programme for Pecem Power Plant (Project)
EDP is investing in a water efficiency programme for Pecém power plant, with a total investment estimated to amount to R$1M. An example is the implemention of circuit optimisation initiatives to reduce the collection of this resource. A project undertaken … Learn More
Water Efficiency in Kellogg's Linares Facility (Project)
In 2016, our Linares, Mexico plant reduced water use by focusing employee engagement efforts on increasing the use of dry cleaning methods. The Linares plant will continue to reduce water consumption through employee engagement, asset care programs, and capital projects … Learn More
Water Efficiency in Kellogg's Sao Paulo Facility (Project)
During 2016, the Sao Paulo, Brazil plant reduced their normalized water use more than 5.5%. The Sao Paulo plant will continue to reduce water consumption through employee engagement, asset care programs, and capital projects within the next three years. While … Learn More
Water Efficient Practices at Fibria Celulose Manufacturing Facilities (Project)
Fibria has mapped 246 river basins and decided to operate in nine of them, located in regions where the company maintains plantations and whose forest management can influence the water supply. The knowledge and learning gained from this survey - … Learn More
Water Reclamation and Reuse Project at Allergan Brazil Plant (Project)
Industrial waste water is now being reclaimed at the Allergan Brazil manufacturing plant located in Guarulhos Brazil. The water was filtered and returned for reuse in cooling towers and as gray water in the bathroom facilities. This reduced Allergan's discharge … Learn More
Water Reuse in Nestle's Sao Francisco Dairy Facility (Project)
At our dairy factories in Brazil, we reuse the water extracted from milk to save resources. Milk is composed of 80% water and, during the production of powdered (Ninho and Molico) and condensed (Moça®) milk products, we need to remove … Learn More
Water for All Programme (Project)
IBERDROLA has installed systems for capturing and storing rainwater for human consumption in the area around the Caetité windfarm in inland Bahia (Brazil).This initiative will supply water to over 3,300 homes that currently have no connection to the general water … Learn More
Water for the Planet (Project)
www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/pepsico-and-the-nature-cons...
The objective of "Water for the Planet" is to establish a collaborative work between The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and PepsiCo to support the development and strengthening of the Water Funds, by investing in conservation actions to protect six supply areas … 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
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
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)
This guide aims to provide professionals with the practical information and resources to either start sourcing sustainable cotton or increase volumes. 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
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
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
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)
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The Green Supply Chain: Brand Map is a leadership initiative dedicated to showcasing brands’ commitment to supply chain transparency and environmental management. 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
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)
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Levi Strauss & Co. has issued this standard to encourage preservation of fresh water through water recycling. Learn More
Developers: Levi Strauss & Co.
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.
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
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
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
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
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 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
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.
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
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
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
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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