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| Total Projects: | 26 | |
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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) Sustainable Production (SDG 12.4) Climate Resilience and Adaptation (SDG 13.1) |
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| Priority Regions: | Amazonas | |
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Food, beverage & agriculture
Fossil fuels Manufacturing Power generation Retail |
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| Organization Types: |
69%
Business
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Academia
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International Organization
8%
Utility / Water Service Provider
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| Profile Completion: | 100% | |
Total annual estimated cost to address all water-related challenges: $7,080,666,319.00
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 Chile is characterized by irregular distribution of rainfall totals among three distinct climate regions: the Atacama desert in the northern region, the temperate central region, and the cold and rainy southern region. The dry Atacama desert region receives an average of 44.5mm of precipitation annually, while the southern regions receive 3,000mm of annual precipitation on average. According to FAO, total average annual precipitation is 1,522mm, with an annual volume of 1,152km3. Of this total volume, 884km3 will run off while 268km3 will evaporate from rivers, lakes and reservoirs. Chile’s rivers are generally short, running from the Andes in the east to the Pacific in the west. The most important rivers in Chile are: the Loa in the northern Atacama desert, with a length of 420km the country’s longest river, which has suffered pollution from copper mining; the Baker in Patagonia, the country’s largest river in terms of discharge, which is the site of Chile’s largest planned hydropower plant with a capacity of 2,400MW; the Biobío, the country’s second-longest river, which became famous for the construction of the controversial Pangue dam in 1996; the Maule, in the central part of Chile, which is well known for its agriculture, including its irrigated vineyards; and the Maipo, which provides the capital, Santiago, with drinking water and is also a major source of water for irrigation. Usage of groundwater from aquifers in Chile is notably much less than usage of surface water. As of 1999, only 1.455km3 was pumped out of the aquifers that are recharged by Chile’s nine prominent watersheds. Chile has an artificial reservoir capacity of 4.66km3, of which 4.2km3 is stored behind large dams. Approximately 0.5km3 is stored behind smaller public works dams. A majority of the stored water in these reservoirs is located within three of the 15 regions: these three regions account for approximately 80 per cent of Chile’s artificial surface water storage. Chile has a large number of natural lakes with an approximate capacity of 7km3. The southern regions are home to numerous lakes and lagoons, some shared with Argentina. Population density is very low in southern Chile (0.1 to 0.6 persons/km2), so demand for water and development of water resources is minimal.
1.1.2.WATER USE In Chile, water is safe to drink, with ~99 per cent of water service providers complying with bacteriological and disinfection norms. In a 2006 report on water quality management in Chile, the authors reported that, in 2000, 99.1 per cent of the urban population and 72.3 per cent of the rural population had access to drinking water. Created in 1975, the National Commission on Irrigation (La Comisión Nacional de Riego (CNR)) is tasked with developing, improving and maintaining irrigation and drainage infrastructure in Chile. In 1992, the CNR estimated that approximately 18,000km2 of land was under irrigation, while total potential capacity for surface irrigation in Chile stood at around 25,000km2. Irrigated area in Chile accounts for 82 per cent of total cultivated area, while the remainder of agriculture uses rainwater. It should be noted that the CNR includes 7,300km2 of ‘eventual’ irrigated land in its figure of 18,000km2. Only 3 per cent of surface area in Chile is agricultural land, and this sector accounts for only 4.8 per cent of Chile’s GDP. Employment in the agricultural sector in 2005 stands at 13.2 per cent of the total labor force. The primary crops grown in Chile are grapes, apples, peaches, wheat, corn and oats. Most of Chile’s crops are grown in the central regions, considered the agricultural heartland due to their temperate growing climate. Dam capacity in Chile is roughly 4.66km3. Hydropower represents ~40 per cent of the total electricity production. This equates to approximately 4.8GW of annual hydropower production. In 1992, Chile extracted 63km3 of water throughout the country; of this total, 67.8 per cent was used to generate hydroelectric energy. In 2009, hydroelectric projects were being developed by two electric companies, Endesa and Colbún. The two companies formed a joint venture called HidroAysén. The Aysén project proposed to build five dams on the Baker river and Pascua river at a cost of US$4 billion, with an installed capacity of 2,400-2,750MW. The HidroAysén project has been opposed by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Ecosistemas, the Citizen Coalition for Aysen Life Reserve, and Chilean celebrities. The opposition argues that the project would be environmentally devastating, lead to more destructive projects and ruin pristine ecosystems, and that alternatives such as conservation policies remain to be instituted.
1.2.WATER QUALITY, ECOSYSTEMS AND HUMAN HEALTH Chile’s major environmental problems are the threat posed to natural resources by widespread deforestation and mining, air pollution from industrial and vehicle emissions, and water pollution from raw sewage. Water quality is quite good in Chile, and the country is recognized for its outstanding water supply and sanitation systems. The National Commission of the Environment (CONAMA) set a goal of treating 95 per cent of wastewater by 2010. Water quality in Chile has steadily increased after the ‘right to live in a pollution-free environment’ was written into the 1980 Constitution. However, water pollution is still a concern. This is mostly due to point-source discharges of untreated domestic and industrial wastewaters. In the early 1990s, domestic and industrial wastewater discharge totalled approximately 43m3/s, with domestic contamination representing 56 per cent of this total and industrial effluent 44 per cent. Country Overview - Chile The problem was compounded by a lack of chlorination systems among water service providers. Therefore, 20 per cent of water service providers in 1991 did not comply with bacteriological norms. From its inception in 1990, the Superintendencia de Servicios Sanitarios (SISS) put greater effort into increasing the number of adequate chlorination systems. By 2006, improvements were made regarding chlorination systems and only 1 per cent of water service providers were noncompliant. Furthermore, compliance with disinfection norms increased from 89 per cent to more than 99 per cent in 2006 through a similar effort. Improvements have also been made in wastewater treatment over recent decades, after the National Commission of the Environment (CONAMA) set in motion a policy that has seen treatment programmes for raw domestic wastewaters increase to 80 per cent in 2006 and 95 per cent by 2010. CONAMA also sought to expand industrial wastewater treatment to 50 per cent of these discharges by 2006. As of 2006, non-point source pollution, mainly from agriculture, had not yet been quantified. In northern regions of Chile, point-source pollution from mining effluent is a problem. Because there is not much water in rivers, dilution of contaminants is greatly reduced. In central Chile industrial pollution is an issue. Very often these discharges go untreated directly into river basins, lakes and irrigation channels. Non-point source pollution from agricultural runoff, including nitrates from fertilizers and untreated sewage, is contaminating underground waters. The severity of the problem has yet to be thoroughly quantified.
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Aconcagua Foods (Organization)
Satisfacer de manera confiable tanto a la industria alimentaria como a consumidores finales en todo el mundo, ofreciéndoles frutas y verduras procesadas de calidad asegurada, elaboradas con los más altos estándares de mercado. Ser los mejores socios comerciales para nuestros … Learn More
Agua Segura (Organization)
Asegurar el acceso al agua de forma sostenible para el desarrollo humano, económico y ambiental, es nuestro propósito. Nuestra misión es desarrollar proyectos sustentables de agua para empresas, que generen impacto positivo en el negocio, en la eficiencia del recurso … Learn More
Ecolab (Organization)
Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and climate technologies and services that protect people and vital resources. With 2019 sales of $13.5 billion and 50,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions and on-site service to promote safe food, maintain … Learn More
Fundación Chile (Organization)
Somos una corporación privada sin fines de lucro que fomenta innovaciones que “mueven la frontera de lo posible”. Nuestros socios son el Estado de Chile y BHP. En FCh generamos redes internacionales, entregando soluciones de alto impacto para abordar los … 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
Minuto Verde (Organization)
Nuestra misión es satisfacer las necesidades de los consumidores que buscan alimentos saludables, prácticos, ricos y nutritivos, a través de la producción, venta y distribución de Frutas y hortalizas tanto en Chile como en el resto del mundo. Buscamos permanentemente … Learn More
Pacto Seguridad Hídrica Chile (WSCCh) (Organization)
Water Security Coalition for Chile/ WSCCh; Is a high-level, business-driven initiative that aims to accelerate water-focused climate action in Chile. With a collective goal of achieving water security in highly stressed basins, WSCCh promotes making Positive Water impact a standard … Learn More
PepsiCo (Organization)
Water stewardship has long been one of PepsiCo’s top priorities, and it's an important part of building a Positive Value Chain. As one of the first companies of our size to acknowledge water as a human right, we have a … Learn More
The Latin American Water Funds Partnership (Organization)
An agreement created in 2011 between the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), FEMSA Foundation, the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the International Climate Initiative (IKI), and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to contribute to water security in Latin America and the Caribbean through … Learn More
Vina Concha y Toro S A (Organization)
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Founded in 1883, Viña Concha y Toro is Latin America’s leading producer and occupies an outstanding position among the world’s most important wine companies, currently exporting to 140 countries worldwide. Viña Concha y Toro and its subsidiary companies integrate sustainability … Learn More
Watt’s S.A. (Organization)
Ser una empresa de alimentos reconocida y preferida por nuestros consumidores y clientes, por la calidad y diversidad de nuestras marcas. Learn More
Building a resilient future in Chile’s Maipo Basin (Project)
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In 2020 TNC launched the Santiago-Maipo Water Fund that brings together private and public sectors to invest in long-term conservation to boost water security for the Maipo basin. This mechanism provides a platform that scales impact by linking conservation projects … Learn More
Cambio de pistas de transporte de frutas en planta de conservas (Project)
Actualizar sistema de transporte a uno que requiera menor uso de agua para lubricación. Se cambian pistas metálicas para el transporte de la fruta a un perfil UHMW (polietileno de ultra alto peso molecular), ayudando en la fricción y el … Learn More
Chile (Project)
Improve WASH access to communities in Coquimbo, in areas without access to water pipelines Learn More
Distribucion equitativa del agua en la cuenca del Tinguiririca (Project)
El proyecto consiste en la instalación de equipos de control, comunicación y sensorización necesarios para la supervisión continua de los caudales ingresados en los canales de riego, aguas abajo de la restitución del agua turbinada por las centrales hidroeléctricas. Los … Learn More
Ecolab Santiago Chile 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
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To promote the conservation and sustainable use of water resources in the Titicaca-Desaguadero-Poopó- Salar de Coipasa (TDPS) transboundary system, through the updating the Global Binational Master Plan.Project ResultsTBA Learn More
Mariposas Hydroelectric Project, in Chile (Project)
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The Mariposas Hydroelectric Project consists of the construction and operation of a 6.3MW Run-Of-River hydropower plant. The Project uses the waters of the first section of the Maule Norte Alto canal, in the San Clemente commune to generate an average … Learn More
Mejora en alimentación de agua a líneas de procesos (Project)
Recuperar sistema de alimentación de agua en líneas de producción. Cañerías de alimentación de agua a líneas de producción en mal estado y con filtración, presentan pérdida de agua constante durante el proceso. Debido a estos problemas, se habían instalado … Learn More
Mejora en Estanque Madre para envío de agua a canales de transporte de frutas (Project)
Optimizar el funcionamiento del estanque de acumulación de agua utilizado en procesos. Se cambian electroválvulas y sensores de nivel en el estanque que distribuye agua a canales de transporte de frutas, logrando una disminución en el uso de agua.Project ResultsSe … Learn More
Mejora en sistema de descarozado de duraznos (Project)
Optimizar el uso de agua en la lubricación de equipos, de manera que se utilice agua solo cuando el equipo se encuentre en operación. Se instalaron electro válvulas que permiten el corte de agua de lubricación de las máquinas descarozadoras … Learn More
Mejora escaldador Cabinplant (Project)
El equipo es un pre-cocedor de vegetales, consta de 3 etapas: pre-escaldado, escaldado y enfriado. El proceso de escaldado se realiza por aspersión de agua caliente y el enfriamiento por aspersión de agua fría. El agua caliente que se utiliza … Learn More
Mejoramiento tecnológico en cinta de enfriado de espárragos (Project)
Proyecto consiste en instalar un sistema que permite reutilizar el agua de la cinta de enfriado previo a la descarga final hacia riles. Mediante la recirculación del agua se producirá una transferencia de calor del producto al agua, logrando una … Learn More
Minas Rio Operational Water Balance (Project)
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 comprising the acquisition … Learn More
Optimizing production processes (Project)
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The Group is committed to the progressive reduction of its water needs in all of its production processes, where possible promoting its internal reuse. Among the optimization interventions realized, in some coal-fired power stations the blowdown from the closed-circuit cooling … Learn More
Promoting Irrigation Efficiency in Limari, Chile (Project)
The company has made investments in new irrigation technologies, seeking to be more efficient. In addition, the company managed its hectares of irrigation adapting to the amount of water available. We aim to continue improvement our drip technology in our … Learn More
Recuperación y reúso de agua de vaca NESTLE (Project)
La producción de leche en polvo requiere la extracción del agua de la leche líquida fresca. A partir del análisis de eficiencia hídrica efectuado, se desarrolló el proyecto de recuperación y reúso del agua extraída de la leche, llamada “Agua … Learn More
Reducción de uso de agua directa en lavado de bandejas / Recirculación (Project)
Maquinaria diseñada para automatizar el proceso de lavado de bandejas industriales de diferentes tamaños y formas. El equipo consiste en cuatro estaciones de lavado a presión donde se remueve toda materia extraña y restos de producto. Cada estación está provista … 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
Reuso de aguas: una nueva fuente de agua para el desarrollo local en Estación Polpaico (Project)
Disponer de una nueva fuente de agua para el desarrollo de la comunidad Estación Polpaico. Biotreat® es un sistema pasivo de tratamiento de aguas residuales, el cual consiste en un humedal artificial que combina procesos de tipo físico y biológico … Learn More
Water Best Practices at Electrolux Sites - Maipo River Basin (Project)
Electrolux tracks and follows water consumption on a monthly basis, and has implemented a water best practice toolbox. Electrolux has carried out a water risk study based WWFs water risk filter, to identify sites where water shortages pose risks to … Learn More
Water Efficiency at Vina Concha y Toro's Cachapoal Site (Project)
Our response strategy required investing in new irrigation control technology, as well as training our winery and farm personnel in water management best practices, all in order to improve the efficiency of our water usage. Project Results Improved water efficiency. Learn More
Water Efficiency at Vina Concha y Toro's Casablanca Site (Project)
Our response strategy required investing in new irrigation control technology, as well as training our winery and farm personnel in water management best practices, all in order to improve the efficiency of our water usage. Project Results Improved water efficiency. Learn More
Water Efficiency at Vina Concha y Toro's Limari Valley Site (Project)
Our response strategy requires investing in new irrigation control technology, as well as training our winery and farm personnel in water management best practices, all in order to improve the efficiency of our water usage. The response strategy has enabled … Learn More
Water Efficiency at Vina Concha y Toro's Maipo Site (Project)
Our response strategy required investing in new irrigation control technology, as well as training our winery and farm personnel in water management best practices, all in order to improve the efficiency of our water usage. Project Results Improved water efficiency. Learn More
Water stewardship project in Maipo minor basin (Project)
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This project aims to increase agricultural water use efficiency and productivity, reduce water demand, and protect mainly superficial and groundwater in the Maipo Basin; this has been possible in partnership with corporations that has water stewardship goals. A farmer's retention … Learn More
Wave (Water Value Enhancement) project (Project)
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In 2020, the Global Power Generation launched the WaVE (Water Value Enhancement) project with the aim of mapping needs and water withdrawal sources in all of its thermal and renewables production sites in order to set new objectives to reduce … Learn More
Aqua Gauge (Resource)
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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
A safe operating space for humanity (Planetary Boundaries) (Resource)
In this Nature feature, Johan Rockstrom and co-authors argue that identifying and quantifying planetary boundaries that must not be transgressed could help prevent human activities from causing unacceptable environmental change. Learn More
Benefit Accounting of Nature-Based Solutions for Watersheds Landscape Assessment (Resource)
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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
Businesses and Workplaces- COVID-19 (Resource)
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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
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)
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CDC/EPA Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Includes Printable Materials Learn More
COVID-19 and food safety: Guidance for food businesses (Resource)
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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)
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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)
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Based on the major combat guidelines set by the São Paulo State Government, Sabesp is fully engaged to endure COVID-19 pandemic within its operation area, which means 374 municipalities located throughout São Paulo state and home to about 28 million … Learn More
Developers: Sabesp
Drinking Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) and COVID-19 Library – WASH4Work (Resource)
Best practices- Resources- Webinars on WASH/COVID-19 topics. 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
Global Water Footprint Standard (Resource)
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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
Growing Water Risk Resilience: An Investor Guide on Agricultural Supply Chains (2018) (Resource)
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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)
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In this link, you will find an overview of our measures and initiatives to support the health and livelihood of employees and communities in which we operate. Our three guiding principles: Health, safety, and trust of our people Safeguard the … Learn More
Developers: Heineken
Incorporating Multiple Benefits into Water Projects: A Guide for Water Managers (Resource)
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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
Links: Resources on COVID-19 and WASH (Resource)
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To help our partners in responding to this health crisis in their countries, we have compiled different resources and tools around COVID-19 and WASH, which include documents, videos, social media materials with messages on public health, webinar recordings, etc. Learn More
(List) American Water Works Association: Coronavirus Resources (Resource)
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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)
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This page seeks to help water sector professionals keep informed on the attributions of the COVID-19 virus and any measures needed to protect both workers and public health, in general. Learn More
Maintaining or Restoring Water Quality in Buildings with Low or No Use. (Resource)
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How to ensure the safety of staff and maintaining water quality in buildings with little or no use. Learn More
Operational Considerations for COVID-19 Management in the Accommodation Sector (Resource)
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With private enterprises playing a critical role in contributing to the safety of their staff, it is important to change some of their core operations. This guide is meant as a stepping point to begin reopening with safety as a … Learn More
Prepare your Small Business and Employees for the Effects of COVID-19 (Resource)
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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
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This report shows how putting nature to work can help deliver infrastructure services with greater impact and lower cost, all the while reducing risks from disaster, boosting water security and enhancing climate resilience. Learn More
Quantifying Replenish Benefits in Community Water Partnership Projects (Resource)
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The Coca-Cola Company is quantifying the water-related “Replenish” benefits derived through its Community Water Partnership (CWP) projects. The work described in this report builds on previous efforts, and provides a current status of quantification results for three categories of CWP … Learn More
Developers: Global Environment Technology Foundation (GETF), The Coca-Cola Company
Questions relating to food businesses (Resource)
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Questions\ guidelines relating to food businesses answered by the WHO. Learn More
Restoring Water to Medical, Residential, and Commercial Buildings Shutdowns, Unsafe Water (Resource)
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How to ensure the safety of staff and maintaining water quality in buildings with little or no use. Learn More
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
Scaling Corporate Water Stewardship to Address Water Challenges in the Colorado River Basin (Resource)
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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
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
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
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 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
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
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@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
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
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
Business Guide to Circular Water Management (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/business-guide-to-circular-wat...
WBCSD Learn More
Chemicals Management Module (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/chemicals-management-module-20...
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Learn More
Climate Change Adaptation Technologies for Water (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/climate-change-adaptation-tech...
CTCN; UNEP Learn More
Corporate Engagement on Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/corporate-engagement-WASH-supp...
CEO Water Mandate; Water Witness International; WaterAid; WBCSD Learn More
Creating Vibrant Markets for Investment in Climate Solutions (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/creating-vibrant-markets-for-i...
WBCSD Learn More
Drought Stress Testing Tool (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/drought-stress-testing-tool-20...
UNEP Learn More
Efficiency in Water Use: Guidance for the Upstream Oil and Gas Industry (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/efficiency-water-use-guidance-...
IPIECA Learn More
Feeding Ourselves Thirsty (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/feeding-thirsty-2017
Ceres Learn More
From Organic Waste to Energy Ecolab Case Study (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/organic-waste-to-energy-ecolab...
Ecolab Learn More
Growing Water Risk Resilience: An Investor Guide on Agricultural Supply Chains (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/growing-water-risk-resilience-...
PRI; WWF Learn More
Guide to Responsible Business Engagement with Water Policy (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/policyengagement
CEO Water Mandate; Pegasys; Water Witness International; WWF Learn More
High and Dry: Climate Change, Water, and the Economy (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/high-dry-climate-change-water-...
The World Bank Learn More
IWRM Data Portal (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/iwrm-data-portal-2015
UNEP-DHI Learn More
Natural Infrastructure for Business Platform (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/natural-infrastructure-for-bus...
WBCSD Learn More
Nature-Based Solutions for Water (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/nature-based-solutions-for-wat...
UN Water Learn More
Principles on Water Governance (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/principles-water-governance-20...
OECD Learn More
Progress on Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/progress-drinking-water-sanita...
UNICEF; WHO Learn More
Rivers in Crisis (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/resourcesrivers-in-crisis-2010
River Threat Netwrok Learn More
Shared Water Challenges and Interests (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/files/private-sector-water-policy-engage...
CEO Water Mandate; WWF Learn More
Swedish Textile Water Initiative Guidelines (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/sweden-textile-water-initiativ...
Swedish Textile Water Initiative Learn More
The AWS International Water Stewardship Standard (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/aws-international-water-stewar...
Alliance for Water Stewardship Learn More
The Business Case for Action on WASH (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/the-business-case-for-action-o...
WaterAid Learn More
The Business Case for Investing in WASH (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/business-case-investing-wash-2...
CEO Water Mandate Learn More
The Business Case for Responsible Corporate Adaptation (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/the-business-case-for-responsi...
CEO Water Mandate Learn More
The Business Opportunity in Water Conservation (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/business-opportunity-water-con...
McKinsey Learn More
The Circular Sanitation Economy (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/circular-sanitation-economy-20...
Toilet Board Coalition Learn More
The Freshwater Health Index (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/toolbox-2/freshwater-health-index
Conservation International Learn More
UN Environment's Freshwater Strategy (2017-2021) (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/un-environments-freshwater-str...
UNEP Learn More
U.S. Climate-Water Database (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/u-s-climate-water-database-201...
U.S. General Services Administration Learn More
U.S. Drought Monitor (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/u-s-drought-monitor-2017
National Drought Mitigation Center Learn More
USGS Water Data Portal (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/usgs-water-data-portal-2016
USGS Learn More
Wastewater: The Untapped Resource (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/wastewater-the-untapped-resour...
UN Water Learn More
Water Efficiency Toolkit (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/water-efficiency-toolkit-2014
AT&T; EDF; Global Environmental Management Institute (GEMI) Learn More
Water Risk Hotspots for Agriculture (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/water-risk-hotspots-agricultur...
OECD Learn More
Water Stewardship in Sustainable Agriculture: Farm and Catchment Level Assessments (Resource toolbox)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/water-stewardship-sustainable-...
SAI Platform Learn More
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