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| Countries: | India |
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| Regions: | Damodar River, Ganges - Brahmaputra, India, Krishna, Mahanadi River (Mahahadi), Penner River |
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Water Use Efficiency (SDG 6.4)
Integrated Water Resource Management (SDG 6.5) Climate Resilience and Adaptation (SDG 13.1) |
| Services Needed: | No services needed/offered |
| Language: | English |
| Start & End Dates: | Jan. 1986 » Ongoing |
| Project Source: | User |
| Profile Completion: | 56% |
WaterAid is an international NGO focused exclusively on ensuring equitable access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education (WASH) for the world’s poorest communities. Formed in 1981 we have been working in water, sanitation and hygiene for over 30 years. To date we have reached 17.5 million people with safe water and 12.9 million people with improved sanitation. WaterAid works in 27 countries globally, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa, Asia and Central America. …
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WaterAid
WaterAid (Organization)
WaterAid is an international NGO focused exclusively on ensuring equitable access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education for the world’s poorest communities. Formed in 1981, we have been working in water, sanitation and hygiene for over 30 years. To … 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
ADAPTATION’S THIRST: ACCELERATING THE CONVERGENCE OF WATER AND CLIMATE ACTION (Resource)
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The Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA) and the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) have published a background paper on managing the water-related impacts of climate change. It argues that water is key to effective climate change adaptation. It outlines … Learn More
Developers: Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA), International Water Management Institute
Achieving Abundance: Understanding the Cost of a Sustainable Water Future (2020) (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/achieving-abundance-understand...
This Working Paper proposes a method whereby any decision-maker can calculate the cost required to deliver sustainable water management to a geography. Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Aqua Gauge (Resource)
www.ceres.org/resources/tools/ceres-aqua-gauge-comprehensive...
Inform and strengthen your company’s water management strategies and allow your investors to evaluate current water management activities against detailed definitions of leading practice. Learn More
Developers: Ceres
Aqueduct (Resource)
World Resource Institute's four Aqueduct assessment tools -- Water Risk Atlas, Country Rankings, Aqueduct Food, and Aqueduct Floods -- help companies, governments, and civil society understand and respond to water risks. These water risks include water stress, seasonal variability, pollution, … Learn More
Developers: World Resources Institute
BLC Chem-MAP (Resource)
Chem-MAP® is a ZDHC-approved program to improve chemical management in leather, textile, and synthetic materials supply chains. The program reduces chemical risk to customers. Learn More
Benefit Accounting of Nature-Based Solutions for Watersheds Landscape Assessment (Resource)
pacinst.org/publication/benefit-accounting-nbs
Nature-based solution (NBS) can improve degraded ecosystems, help sequester carbon, and manage the effects of climate change, including extreme weather events. Businesses are beginning to recognize the value of NBS for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER): True Cost of Water Toolkit (Resource)
www.bieroundtable.com/publication/true-cost-of-water-toolkit
Developed by a group of leading beverage businesses, this is an easy-to-use excel tool for beverage facilities to estimate direct costs associated with their most water- and resource- intensive processes, beyond just the cost of water from the tap. The … Learn More
CDP Global Water Report 2018 (Resource)
This report presents analysis of the response data from a sample of 783 of the world’s largest publicly listed companies. The report is aimed at companies and investors seeking to understand how they can play their part in delivering a … Learn More
CEO Water Mandate Toolbox (Resource)
The Toolbox connects your business to the latest tools, guidance, case studies, datasets, and more most relevant to you based on your circumstances and interests. It features more than 250+ resources from dozens of organizations and is updated every week. Learn More
Developers: CEO Water Mandate, Pacific Institute
COVID-19: SABESP AND THE FIGHT AGAINST THE PANDEMIC IN SAO PAULO, BRAZIL (Resource)
www.worldwatercouncil.org/sites/default/files/Members/NL_mem...
Based on the major combat guidelines set by the São Paulo State Government, Sabesp is fully engaged to endure COVID-19 pandemic within its operation area, which means 374 municipalities located throughout São Paulo state and home to about 28 million … Learn More
Developers: Sabesp
Ceres: Investor Water Toolkit (Resource)
www.ceres.org/resources/toolkits/investor-water-toolkit
The Investor Water Toolkit is the first-ever comprehensive resource to evaluate and act on water risks in investment portfolios. This ‘how-to’ guide includes links to resources, databases, case studies and other tools for all investors to use, from pension funds … Learn More
Developers: Ceres
Cleaning and Disinfecting (Resource)
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/clean-disinfect/...
CDC/EPA Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Includes Printable Materials Learn More
Corporate Water Stewardship and the Case for Green Infrastructure (2018) (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/corporate-water-stewardship-an...
This report makes the case for private sector investment in green infrastructure as part of a broader water stewardship approach. Learn More
Developers: BHP
Corporate Water Stewardship: Achieving a Sustainable Balance (Resource)
www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/jms/article/view/28896
Globally, corporations and industry are seeking to secure access to sufficient quantities of water to meet current and future needs in a socially, economically and environmentally responsible way in the midst of an unfolding global water crisis with risks that … Learn More
Developers: The Coca-Cola Company, The Nature Conservancy
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
EPRI: United States National Opinion Survey on Stacking Environmental Credits (Resource)
www.epri.com/research/products/000000000001024803
This report summarizes and analyzes the responses of a national survey entitled "Evaluation of Credit Stacking" that was developed jointly by EPRI, the World Resources Institute, Stetson University College of Law and the University of Kentucky. The purpose of the … Learn More
Developers: World Resources Institute
Ecolab: Water Risk Monetizer (Resource)
This financial modeling tool helps businesses factor water scarcity into decisions that support business growth and help ensure availability of water resources for future generations (Ecolab, 2020). For each site, the tool provides assessments of: incoming water risks (monetary value … Learn More
Economic Evaluation of Stormwater Capture and Its Multiple Benefits in California (Resource)
pacinst.org/publication/economic-evaluation-of-stormwater
Urban stormwater is becoming an increasingly important alternative water supply in California. However, current economic analyses do not adequately evaluate co-benefits provided by different stormwater investments. As a result, urban stormwater capture is undervalued. Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Engineering With Nature® An Atlas (Resource)
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This book is a collection of Engineering With Nature projects from around the world. Engineering With Nature is the intentional alignment of natural and engineering processes to efficiently and sustainably deliver economic, environmental, and social benefits through collaboration. Learn More
European Commission: The EU–Brazil sector dialogue on nature-based solutions (Resource)
op.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/12818f2c-f5...
European and Brazilian experts analyse the occurrence and potential of NBS in Brazil, highlight good practices in the EU for possible adaptation to the Brazilian context, and contribute to the elaboration of a NBS strategy in Brazil. Twenty-five case studies … Learn More
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This report presents the main findings of the Horizon 2020 Expert Group on future orientations for EU Research and Innovation for Nature-Based Solutions and Re-Naturing Cities. 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
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)
wwwen.ipe.org.cn/MapBrand/Brand.aspx?q=6
The Green Supply Chain: Brand Map is a leadership initiative dedicated to showcasing brands’ commitment to supply chain transparency and environmental management. Learn More
Greenhouse Gas Protocol: A Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard (Resource)
ghgprotocol.org/corporate-standard
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol establishes comprehensive global standardized frameworks to measure and manage GHG emissions from private and public sector operations, value chains and mitigation actions. Building on a 20-year partnership between WRI and the WBCSD, the protocol works with … Learn More
Developers: World Resources Institute
Growing Water Risk Resilience: An Investor Guide on Agricultural Supply Chains (2018) (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/growing-water-risk-resilience-...
This guide outlines why and how investors engage on agricultural supply chain water risk. Learn More
Developers: WWF
Heineken: Our response to Covid-19 (Resource)
www.theheinekencompany.com/our-response-covid-19#:~:text=Fur...
In this link, you will find an overview of our measures and initiatives to support the health and livelihood of employees and communities in which we operate. Our three guiding principles: Health, safety, and trust of our people Safeguard the … Learn More
Developers: Heineken
How Can We Ensure Everyone Can Wash Their Hands With Soap and Water, to Protect Lives from COVID-19? (Resource)
washmatters.wateraid.org/blog/how-to-ensure-everyone-can-was...
Om Prasad Gautam, Khairul Islam, and Erik Harvey discuss the importance of handwashing with soap and water in reducing the risk of infection from COVID-19 and highlight the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector can and should do in response to … Learn More
ISO/TC 207/SC 5 Life cycle assessment (Resource)
www.iso.org/committee/54854/x/catalogue
This ISO Standard helps to evaluate the sustainability of a product across its life cycle. Learn More
Incorporating Multiple Benefits into Water Projects: A Guide for Water Managers (Resource)
pacinst.org/publication/incorporating-multiple-benefits-into...
Adapting to climate change, coupled with the need to address aging infrastructure, population growth, and degraded ecosystems, requires significant investment in natural and built water systems. These investments present a significant opportunity to support not only water, but to provide … Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
India Water Tool (Resource)
The India Water Tool brings together 20 datasets and risk indicators to help users understand their water risks in India. Learn More
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC): Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories (Resource)
www.ipcc.ch/report/2019-refinement-to-the-2006-ipcc-guidelin...
These guidelines help countries account for their GHG emissions. 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.
Maintaining or Restoring Water Quality in Buildings with Low or No Use. (Resource)
www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2020-05/documents/final_m...
How to ensure the safety of staff and maintaining water quality in buildings with little or no use. Learn More
Multi-Benefit Resource Library (Resource)
The Pacific Institute – in collaboration with a diverse team of stakeholders – is developing a framework for systematically assessing the multiple benefits and costs provided by water management strategies. Here, we provide a resource library for analysts, decision makers, … Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Nature-Based Solutions for Water (2018) (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/nature-based-solutions-for-wat...
The United Nations World Water Development Report for 2018. Learn More
Nature-based Solutions to address global societal challenges (Resource)
portals.iucn.org/library/sites/library/files/documents/2016-...
The report proposes a definitional framework for NbS, including a set of general principles for any NbS intervention. The report also defines the scope of NbS as an umbrella concept embracing a number of different ecosystembased approaches. Learn More
Developers: International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Nature‐based Solutions to Climate Change Adaptation in Urban Areas (Resource)
link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007%2F978-3-319-56091-5.pd...
This open access book brings together research findings and experiences from science, policy and practice to highlight and debate the importance of nature-based solutions to climate change adaptation in urban areas. Emphasis is given to the potential of nature-based approaches … Learn More
No Water No Growth (Resource)
www.chinawaterrisk.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/CWR-Report...
This report seeks to provide an overview of the way in which the social and economic development of continental Asia is dependent on the resources of ten rivers. Learn More
Developers: China Water Risk
On the frontline: the state of the world's water 2020 (Resource)
washmatters.wateraid.org/sites/g/files/jkxoof256/files/-on-t...
1 in 10 people globally do not even have a basic water pump or covered well close to home, which is making it much harder to cope with the growing impacts of climate change. Learn More
One Planet Approaches: Methodology Mapping and Pathways Forward (Resource)
www.metabolic.nl/publications/one-planet-approaches-methodol...
One Planet Approaches consist of a family of tools, methodologies, frameworks, programs, and action plans, which recognize the need to measure and reduce human impact in relation to the absolute boundaries of the Earth system. Learn More
Open Source: Water Innovation (Resource)
Levi Strauss & Co. chose to publish their innovative Water<Less fabric finishing techniques to encourage water-saving practices across the apparel industry. Learn More
Developers: Levi Strauss & Co.
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development: Social Impact Investment Initiative (Resource)
www.oecd.org/dac/financing-sustainable-development/developme...
This framework provides finance to organizations addressing social and/or environmental needs with the explicit expectation of a measurable social, as well as financial, return. It thus aims to foster economic development while achieving social outcomes. It is one way of … Learn More
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development: Social Investment Framework (Resource)
www.oecd.org/dac/financing-sustainable-development/developme...
This framework provides finance to organizations addressing social and/or environmental needs with the explicit expectation of a measurable social, as well as financial, return. It thus aims to foster economic development while achieving social outcomes. It is one way of … Learn More
Preferred Fiber and Materials Market Report (Resource)
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TextileExchange's report offers personal accounts from fiber and materials experts “inside” the industry, demonstrating various company strategies and fiber priorities being implemented to achieve greater sustainability. Learn More
Prepare your Small Business and Employees for the Effects of COVID-19 (Resource)
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-small-b...
During an infectious disease outbreak, such as the current outbreak of COVID-19, small business owners must prepare for disruption in their business as well as prepare to protect their employees’ health and safety in the workplace. These steps are recommended … Learn More
Pulse of the Fashion Industry (Resource)
www.globalfashionagenda.com/initiatives/pulse
This report uses new data and calculations to show that investments in resource efficiency, secure work environments, and sustainable materials can benefit the environment and improve profitability. Learn More
ceowatermandate.org/resources/putting-nature-to-work-integra...
This report shows how putting nature to work can help deliver infrastructure services with greater impact and lower cost, all the while reducing risks from disaster, boosting water security and enhancing climate resilience. Learn More
Quantifying Replenish Benefits in Community Water Partnership Projects (Resource)
www.coca-colasrbija.rs/content/dam/journey/rs/sr/private/pdf...
The Coca-Cola Company is quantifying the water-related “Replenish” benefits derived through its Community Water Partnership (CWP) projects. The work described in this report builds on previous efforts, and provides a current status of quantification results for three categories of CWP … Learn More
Developers: Global Environment Technology Foundation (GETF), The Coca-Cola Company
Reductions from Reduced Use of Nitrogen Fertilizer on Agricultural Crops (Resource)
americancarbonregistry.org/carbon-accounting/standards-metho...
This methodology makes it possible for farmers to participate in carbon markets by creating GHG offsets through reductions in the amount of nitrogen used to fertilize crops. These offsets can be sold to other carbon market participants to meet GHG … Learn More
Replenish (Resource)
www.worldwildlife.org/publications/replenish
Although metrics such as water use efficiency ratios are commonly employed within businesses to measurably demonstrate progress, assessing the benefits of water projects beyond a company’s four walls is much more difficult. To fill the gap, some companies are developing … Learn More
Developers: WWF
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
ceowatermandate.org/resources/right-tool-for-the-right-job-t...
This report seeks to provide an overview of the three leading water tools available for corporate water risk assessment. Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
SAVEh Water Efficiency Self-Assessment System (Resource)
SAVEh is the platform through which Ambev shares its water management system free of charge with other companies, which has helped to reduce more than 40% of the company’s water consumption in the last 13 years. This water efficiency tool … Learn More
Developers: Ambev S/A
SDG Compass Business Tools (Resource)
The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Compass Business Tools inventory maps existing business tools against the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It allows you to explore commonly used business tools that may be useful when assessing your organization’s impact on the SDGs. Learn More
Scaling Corporate Water Stewardship to Address Water Challenges in the Colorado River Basin (Resource)
pacinst.org/publication/colorado-river-water-stewardship
The Colorado River Basin states face significant water challenges, including the overallocation of water, long-term drought, and climate change. This report, commissioned by the Walton Family Foundation, explores the potential for corporate water stewardship to help solve these challenges. Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
pacinst.org/publication/multiple-benefits-in-austin-texas
The City of Austin, Texas is facing an increasingly uncertain water future, from decreasing water supplies and more intense droughts to periodic flooding and water quality impairments. Austin is addressing these challenges head on, from investments in water efficiency and … Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Setting Site Water Targets Informed By Catchment Context: A Guide For Companies (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/site-water-targets
This guide aims to help companies set effective site water targets that are informed by catchment context, which can create value and lessen risks for the company and support collective action. Learn More
Developers: CEO Water Mandate
pacinst.org/publication/site-water-targets-south-africa
The world’s water resources are under increasing pressure from rising water consumption, pollution, and climate variability. The variety of water challenges companies face, from water governance issues to extreme events like drought, manifest in the river basins where the companies … Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Sharing Good Practice in Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard Implementation (2020) (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/sharing-good-practice-in-allia...
This report provides findings on good practices of AWS Standard implementation. Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
Short-changed on climate change: money, water and the people on the frontline (Resource)
washmatters.wateraid.org/publications/short-changed-on-clima...
Nowhere near enough money is being spent on climate change, and the low levels of funding allocated aren’t being targeted to help the worst affected countries deal with the effects, putting billions of lives at risk. Our global analysis of … 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 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
UN Water: Nature-Based Solutions for Water (Resource)
www.unwater.org/publications/world-water-development-report-...
This report demonstrates how nature‐based solutions (NBS) offer a vital means of moving beyond business‐as‐usual to address many of the world’s water challenges while simultaneously delivering additional benefits vital to all aspects of sustainable development. Learn More
wedocs.unep.org/bitstream/handle/20.500.11822/29989/NBS_Exam...
As the co-leads of the Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) Coalition for the UN Climate Action Summit, China and New Zealand have received descriptions of nearly 200 initiatives and best practices from a broad range of entities around the world. This paper … Learn More
Urban and Agricultural Water Use in California, 1960 -2015 (Resource)
pacinst.org/publication/urban-agricultural-water-use
Water is the lifeblood of California, providing for the household needs of 40 million people and supporting one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world, various commercial and industrial activities, and the health and viability of the state’s … Learn More
Developers: Pacific Institute
WRI: Natural Infrastructure for Aquifer Recharge Financial Calculator (Resource)
www.wri.org/publication/natural-infrastructure-financial-cal...
Currently in the prototype phase, this calculator is an excel-based tool with a flexible financial model that estimates the private costs and benefits, including the return on investment, of natural infrastructure interventions designed to enhance aquifer recharge. This tool was … Learn More
Developers: World Resources Institute
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 Evaluation Planning System (WEAP) (Resource)
The WEAP system is a user-friendly software tool that takes an integrated approach to water resources planning. Freshwater management challenges are increasingly common. Allocation of limited water resources between agricultural, municipal and environmental uses now requires the full integration of … Learn More
ceowatermandate.org/resources/water-infrastructure-for-clima...
This report calls for an integrated approach that brings together governments, water users, and the society at large including the private sector, NGOs, and academia to design smart, adaptable and sustainable solutions for water infrastructure impacted by climate change. Learn More
Water Risk Filter (Resource)
The Water Risk Filter can be used to assess and respond to water related risks for your own operations, suppliers, or growth plans. Learn More
Developers: WWF
Water Risk Filter (2018) (Resource)
ceowatermandate.org/resources/water-risk-filter-2018
The Water Risk Filter can be used to assess and respond to water-related risks for your own operations, suppliers, or growth plans. Learn More
Developers: WWF
Why hygiene matters in the climate change discourse (Resource)
www.ircwash.org/blog/why-hygiene-matters-climate-change-disc...
Hygiene is both the first and the last defence against diseases due to climate change. Learn More
World Water Development Report 2020 - Water and Climate Change (Resource)
unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000372985.locale=en
The 2020 edition of the World Water Development Report (WWDR 2020) entitled ‘Water and Climate Change’ aims at helping the water community to tackle the challenges of climate change and informing the climate change community about the opportunities that improved … Learn More
Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Programme (Resource)
www.roadmaptozero.com/fileadmin/pdf/Files_2018/Wastewater_Tr...
These guidelines intend to help close the knowledge gap on wastewater treatment technologies and motivate relevant facilities in the apparel and footwear industry to implement the professional treatment systems necessary to meet the ZDHC Wastewater Guidelines. Learn More
thinknature: Nature-Based Solutions Handbook (Resource)
platform.think-nature.eu/system/files/thinknature_handbook_f...
This Handbook has been developed in the framework of the ThinkNature project. Its main objective is to gather and promote state-of-the-art knowledge regarding Nature-Based Solutions (NBS), comprising a comprehensive guide to all relevant actors. To this end, each aspect of … Learn More
Climate Change Adaptation Technologies for Water (Resource toolbox)
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CTCN; UNEP Learn More
Creating Vibrant Markets for Investment in Climate Solutions (Resource toolbox)
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WBCSD Learn More
Efficiency in Water Use: Guidance for the Upstream Oil and Gas Industry (Resource toolbox)
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IPIECA Learn More
Guide to Managing Integrity in Water Stewardship Initiatives (Resource toolbox)
CEO Water Mandate; Water Integrity Network 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
Guide to Water-Related Collective Action (Resource toolbox)
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CEO Water Mandate; Ross Strategic Learn More
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Sankalpa Darchula Nepal (Sankalpa) (2030 Water Resources Group)
I want to give thanks to those of you who read my previous update(Water crisis In Nepal ). I’m especially appreciative to those of you who responded with such kind, thoughtful south asia and words. Truly, thank you. Now that …
Conseguir patrocinadores para o projeto (Engenheiros sem Fronteiras - Brasil)
Os projetos de Captação de Água Pluvial da Rede Engenheiros sem Fronteiras encontram sua maior dificuldade na aquisição do material para construção dos módulos. Uma vez que somos uma Organização Social e não temos lucro, precisamos buscar outros meios de …
Herman Bigham (Tosheka Products)
Millions of people globally do not have ready access to running water at their homes. They are forced to walk 6 – 10 miles carrying heavy (47 lb. – 21Kgs) water containers daily. The cost of having water delivered is …
HiteshBHATT (Freelancer: Hitesh Bhatt)
If my our team 26-27 years time consuming financial losses & expenses further future financial free dom heavy cimpensation fullfill immediately first than all mejority established stallwarts related water & corruption nexus activities keep sluggish without speaking dormant because they …
How working with experienced partners contributes to a transfer of knowledge. (African Entrepreneurs Development Center)
It is very important for us because the one soap for one child project needs a lot of water during production of soap. So we have now clear knowledge on how to save water during post and pre-production.
Official SDG monitoring processes can be used to create opportunities for tangible actions that accelerate measurable progress on water resources management (SDG 6 IWRM Support Programme)
Water-related Action Plans should be based on SDG 6 monitoring and designed with the participation of all relevant stakeholders, to serve as a collective roadmap for different sectors to contribute to achieving the SDGs. Equitable and inclusive water resources management …
Sewerage Plants can actually work and not produce sludge (Uthingo Gauteng Environmental Services PTY (Ltd))
OXIDATION PONDS Oxidation ponds were developed during times when the populations were not as great as we are experiencing today. Water quality requirements have been strictly increased for compliance for release. Today the water compliance is close to a class …
The Business Case for Investing in WASH as a Corporate Water Stewardship Priority (1/4) (WASH4Work)
This is an excerpt of the 1st of 4 findings in the 2021 WASH4Work Insights Report: Raising Our Ambition to Wash Resilience: Unlocking The Co-Benefits Of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene In Corporate Water Stewardship This excerpt breaks down some of …
The Case for Business Action on Climate Resilient Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) (WASH4Work)
This is a small excerpt from the COP 27 Business Declaration For Climate Resilient Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) which gives the case for business action on WASH, demonstrates the leadership and commitment of the corporate water stewardship community to …
