Water.org (Organization)

Water.org

We believe there's a smart way to end the global water crisis. Millions of people around the world could get access to safe water in their homes with the help of small, affordable loans. That's where we come in. Water.org … Learn More

Water Resilience Coalition (Organization)

ceowatermandate.org/resilience

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

"COVID-19 HELP FOR WORKERS " (Resource)

ca.cair.com/updates/covid-19-help-for-workers

CAIR-CA has put together the following guide to some of the resources for workers who have been impacted by COVID-19. Learn More

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

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

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

Developers: American Water Works Association

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

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

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

(List) WHO COVID-19 technical guidance: Infection prevention and control / WASH (Resource)

www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/tech...

The WHO has created a resource library listing technical guidance for addressign COVID-19. This page lists the WASH-related resources. Learn More

A policy framework for tackling the economic and social impact of the COVID-19 crisis (Resource)

www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/@dgreports/@dcomm/documents...

In this policy brief the ILO offers comprehensive and integrated recommendations on the key areas of policy action that should form part of that response.The brief is addressed at ILO constituents (governments, employers and workers), policy-makers and the general public. Learn More

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

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

ADAPTATION’S THIRST: ACCELERATING THE CONVERGENCE OF WATER AND CLIMATE ACTION (Resource)

static1.squarespace.com/static/5e8397698c906c4df39838f5/t/5e...

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

Aqua Gauge (Resource)

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

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

Developers: Ceres

Aqueduct (Resource)

www.wri.org/aqueduct

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

Developers: World Resources Institute

BLC Chem-MAP (Resource)

www.chem-map.com

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

Business Guide: COVID-19 (Resource)

www.ircwash.org/blog/covid-19

An emphasis on gaps in WASH coverage and what role institutions play in battling COVID-19. Links and other resources provided. Learn More

Businesses and Workplaces- COVID-19 (Resource)

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

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

CDP Global Water Report 2018 (Resource)

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

CEO Water Mandate Toolbox (Resource)

ceowatermandate.org/toolbox

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

Developers: CEO Water Mandate, Pacific Institute

COVID-19 Emergency Response UNICEF Hygiene Programing Guidance Note (Resource)

wateractionhub.org/media/files/2020/04/03/WASH-COVID-19-hygi...

This document is intended for WASH and C4D officers at country offices working together on the Covid19 outbreak preparedness and response. The document contains guidance on reviewing existing resources and coordination mechanisms, identifying the right intervention and considerations for sustainability … Learn More

COVID-19 Employer Information for Office Buildings (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/office-buildings...

Workers in office buildings may be at risk for exposure to the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Office building employers, building owners and managers, and building operations specialists can take steps to create a safe and healthy workplace … Learn More

COVID-19 Guidance for Legionella and Building Water System Closures (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/php/building-water-system....

How to ensure the safety of your occupants and building water system and devices Learn More

COVID-19 Makes Handwashing Facilities and Promotion More Critical Than Ever (Resource)

www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2020/04/30/covid-19-makes-...

The campaigns, which target audiences at home and in schools, promote improved health and hygiene practices, such as handwashing, the importance of connecting to the water supply and sanitation system, regular payments for service continuity, and improving sanitation and menstrual … Learn More

COVID-19 Resources for California Nonprofits (Resource)

calnonprofits.org/publications/article-archive/680-californi...

Constantly updated database for California nonprofits. Contains Advocacy and support links, funding opportunities, Federal resources and information, announcements and resources, employee and employer resources, and resources for individuals. Learn More

COVID-19 WASH Refugee Resources (Resource)

wash.unhcr.org/covid-19-resources

Technical guidance, WASH preparedness, webinars, checklists for health facilities, self assessments, and guidance on disinfectants. Learn More

COVID-19 and Hygiene FAQs (Resource)

washmatters.wateraid.org/publications/wateraid-covid-19-symp...

WaterAid developed a list of resources related to COVID-19, including a graphic with key behaviours to prevent the spread of coronavirus and a short film explaining the importance of handwashing. Please click here to access all the resources from WaterAid. Learn More

Developers: WASH4Work, WaterAid

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Developers: Sabesp

COVID-19: The link between transmission, sanitation and hygiene services (Resource)

www.wsscc.org/2020/03/31/covid-19-transmission-and-sanitatio...

In the wake of the Coronavirus disease, COVID-19, we are working to protect each other and our communities. Key to keeping healthy is having access to basic sanitation and hygiene. Yet globally, 2 billion people live without access to basic … Learn More

COVID-19–why the gaps in available data are far more terrifying (Resource)

www.ircwash.org/blog/covid-19

Who'd have guessed the biggest news item so far in 2020 would involve being told how to wash your hands? Yet it has been – at least for those of us who can, who have access to water, sanitation and … Learn More

California’s nonprofits and COVID-19: Letter to Policymakers (Resource)

calnonprofits.org/publications/article-archive/680-californi...

Recommendations for resources, the role of nonprofits, and suggestions for programs aimed at assisting employers or tenants through the crisis are included. Learn More

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

Checklist to Get your Organization Ready (Resource)

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

Checklist to assist organizations in planning to reopen. Checklist with other links and resources available. Learn More

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

Combating the Coronavirus Without Clean Water (Resource)

www.wri.org/blog/2020/04/coronavirus-water-scarcity-hand-was...

Immediate Solutions to Increase Water Supplies and Access when supply is low Learn More

Considerations for public health and social measures in the workplace in the context of COVID-19 (Resource)

www.who.int/publications-detail/considerations-for-public-he...

This document offers general guidance for non-healthcare workplaces and workers in those settings. Covered Topics: Workplace Risk Assessment, Preventative measures, Rights, duties, and responsibilities of workers and employers, constructing a plan of actions. Learn More

Coronavirus Global Health Emergency Library – UN-WATER (Resource)

www.unwater.org/coronavirus-global-health-emergency

This page brings together water and sanitation-related information from UN-Water Members and Partners in the light of the coronavirus global emergency. UN-Water is working to ensure the most up-to-date information, resources and guidance as they become available. Learn More

Coronavirus Relief Options (Resource)

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

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

Coronavirus: Resource Tools. (Resource)

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

Suggestions from AWWA on building management and precautions to take to protect pipes. Learn More

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)

cottonupguide.org

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

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

wash4work.org/wash-covid-19

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

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

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

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

Family-Friendly Policies and Other Good Workplace Practices in the Context of COVID-19: Key Steps Employers Can Take (Resource)

New guidelines to help employers support families during COVID-19: New guidelines issued by ILO and UNICEF call on enterprises to do more to support working families during the pandemic. Learn More

Developers: UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund

Framework for Implementation of COVID-19 Community Mitigation Measures for Lower-Resource Countries ​ (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/global-covid-19/community-...

The purpose of this document is to provide ministries (e.g. Ministry of Health (MOH), Ministry of Water (MOW)), sub-national public health authorities, and implementing partners with a practical framework of action to both prepare for and mitigate community transmission of … Learn More

Getting your workplace ready for COVID-19 (Resource)

www.un.org/sites/un2.un.org/files/sg_report_socio-economic_i...

This document gives advice on: 1. Simple ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in your workplace 2. How to manage COVID-19 risks when organizing meetings & events 3. Things to consider when you and your employees travel 4. Getting … Learn More

Global Compact against COVID-19: A guide for CEOs and leaders (Resource)

The moment to act against the pandemic is now. As a leader, you have an essential role in this struggle, acting in a responsible, supportive and flexible way in the face of the challenges brought by the current crisis. Learn More

Developers: United Nations Global Compact

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

Green economies, a bulwark against COVID-19 for Lake Chad communities (Resource)

en.unesco.org/news/green-economies-bulwark-against-covid-19-...

A case study in economic, social resilience against COVID-19 Learn More

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

Hand-washing is critical in the fight against coronavirus, but what if you don't have safe water? (Resource)

thehill.com/opinion/healthcare/489514-hand-washing-is-critic...

The coronavirus pandemic is shining a spotlight on the weaknesses of social, economic and health safety nets we’ve long taken for granted, including our water system. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

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

India Water Tool (Resource)

www.indiawatertool.in

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

Interim Guidance on Scaling-up COVID-19 Outbreak in Readiness and Response Operations in Camps and Camp-like Settings (Resource)

People affected by humanitarian crises, particularly those displaced and/or living in camps and camp-like settings, are often faced with specific challenges and vulnerabilities that must be taken into consideration when planning for readiness and response operations for the COVID-19 outbreak. Learn More

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

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

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

Developers: Levi Strauss & Co.

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

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

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

Live Blog: Country Experiences on COVID-19 and WASH (Resource)

www.sanitationandwaterforall.org/news/country-experiences-co...

SWA counts among its partners many who are working at the frontlines–both at the global level, such as WHO, UNICEF– and at the national level-through government agencies, civil society, private sector and research institutes. At the current critical time, access … Learn More

Long Beach- COVID-19 Resources (Resource)

www.lbforward.org/covid19

Resources for the Long Beach community. Covers topics such as: Movement Strategy, Family Resource Government Resources Learn More

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

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

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

Make Way for the Future of Sanitation (Resource)

www.toiletboard.org/media/55-ey-tbc-make-way-for-the-future-...

A review of new enterprise models shaping the development of a transformational sanitation economy. Learn More

Developers: Toilet Board Coalition, WASH4Work

Multi-Benefit Resource Library (Resource)

pacinst.org/multi-benefits

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

National Register of Health Service Psychologists: Resources (Resource)

www.nationalregister.org/coronavirus-resources

National Register Resources: Psychological resources and information. Learn More

National Restaurant Association- COVID-19 Information and Resources (Resource)

restaurant.org/covid19

The restaurant industry, more than any other industry in the nation, has suffered the most significant sales and job losses since the COVID-19 outbreak began. We created this resource section in to provide restaurant operators with the information to navigate … 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

OSHA COVID-19 (Resource)

www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/controlprevention.html

OSHA has developed this interim guidance to help prevent worker exposure to SARS-CoV-2. The general guidance below applies to all U.S. workers and employers. Learn More

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

Developers: WASH4Work, WaterAid

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

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

apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/331937/WHO-2019-nCo...

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

Podcast: Hygiene promotion and WASH systems strengthening (Resource)

www.ircwash.org/resources/hygiene-promotion-and-wash-systems...

Listen to this podcast in which Ingeborg Krukkert of IRC explains what hygiene promotion is and why it's crucial to WASH systems strengthening. How is hygiene promotion linked to WASH system strengthening? Learn More

Prioritising Hygiene for Business Resilience: Enabling Safe Return to Work for Global Supply Chain Employees in the Face of COVID-19 – WaterAid (Resource)

washmatters.wateraid.org/publications/hygiene-supply-chain-r...

Guidelines for supply chain workplaces to reopen with a robust WASH plan of action. Learn More

Pulse of the Fashion Industry (Resource)

www.globalfashionagenda.com/initiatives/pulse

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

Quantifying Replenish Benefits in Community Water Partnership Projects (Resource)

www.coca-colasrbija.rs/content/dam/journey/rs/sr/private/pdf...

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

Developers: Global Environment Technology Foundation (GETF), The Coca-Cola Company

Questions relating to food businesses (Resource)

www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/questions-relating-to-food-...

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

Recorded SWA Webinars: COVID-19 and water, sanitation and hygiene (Resource)

sanitationandwaterforall.org/news/swa-webinar-series-covid-1...

The dramatic spread of COVID-19 has disrupted lives, livelihoods, communities worldwide and has put water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) at the forefront of all messages. This outbreak demands global cooperation among governments, international organizations, civil society, private sector, research and … Learn More

Developers: WASH4Work

Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes (Resource)

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/reopen-guidance....

This guidance is intended for all Americans, whether you own a business, run a school, or want to ensure the cleanliness and safety of your home. Learn More

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

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

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

engineering.purdue.edu/PlumbingSafety/covid19/index_html

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

SDG Compass Business Tools (Resource)

sdgcompass.org/business-tools

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

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

ceowatermandate.org/site-water-targets

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

Developers: CEO Water Mandate

Shared Responsibility, Global Solidarity: Responding to the socio-economic impacts of COVID-19 (Resource)

www.un.org/sites/un2.un.org/files/sg_report_socio-economic_i...

This report is a call to action, for the immediate health response required to suppress transmission of the virus to end the pandemic, and to tackle the many social and economic dimensions of this crisis. It is, above all, a … Learn More

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

Developers: WASH4Work, WaterAid

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

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

Developers: WaterAid

The AWS International Water Stewardship Standard (Resource)

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

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

Developers: Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)

The Business Case for WASH (Resource)

wash4work.org/business-case

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

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

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

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

The Essence of Resilient Leadership: Business Recovery from COVID-19 (Resource)

www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/covid-19/guide-to-o...

Resilient leaders shift organizational mindsets, navigate uncertainties, and invest in building trust in order to develop a recovery playbook that serves as a solid foundation for the post-COVID future. 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 essence of resilient leadership: Business recovery from COVID-19 (Resource)

www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/covid-19/guide-to-o...

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

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

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

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

Three Priorities for Business on the Coronavirus (Resource)

businessfightspoverty.org/articles/three-priorities-for-busi...

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

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

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

Developers: World Economic Forum

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

www.toxservices.com/services/fmd.php

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

Transforming health systems: the vital role of water, sanitation and hygiene (Resource)

WaterAid and its partners have influenced and supported government-led action to improve water, sanitation and hygiene in healthcare facilities in countries like Mali. Find translations on the WaterAid site. Learn More

Developers: WASH4Work, WaterAid

UN COVID-19 Portal (Resource)

www.un.org/coronavirus

This UN site provides a platform for COVID-19 information. Learn More

UN Water: Coronavirus global health emergency page (Resource)

www.unwater.org/coronavirus-global-health-emergency

This page brings together water and sanitation-related information from UN-Water Members and Partners in the light of the coronavirus global emergency. UN-Water is working to ensure the most up-to-date information, resources and guidance as they become available. Learn More

Developers: UN Habitat, UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Global Compact

UN-Water Resource List (Resource)

www.unwater.org/coronavirus-global-health-emergency

This page brings together water and sanitation-related information from UN-Water Members and Partners in the light of the coronavirus global emergency. UN-Water is working to ensure the most up-to-date information, resources, and guidance as they become available. Learn More

UNESCO: Water security and the sustainable development goals (Resource)

digitallibrary.un.org/record/3807832?ln=en

We will introduce a conceptualization of water security that appreciates its complexity, and present some efforts to secure water development for the future at different scales, with more focus on water and agriculture, water and health, and rural development to … Learn More

UNICEF: Handwashing with soap, critical in the fight against coronavirus, is ‘out of reach’ for billions (Resource)

www.unicef.org/eap/press-releases/handwashing-soap-critical-...

Handwashing with soap, when done correctly, is critical in the fight against the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), but millions of people have no ready access to a place to wash their hands, UNICEF said today. In total, only 3 out … Learn More

Developers: UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund

Understanding hygiene promotion in the context of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak (UNICEF guidance note) (Resource)

This note provides guidance on which aspects to consider when planning and implementing a hygiene promotion campaign as part of a broader risk communication and community engagement strategy. It is not meant to provide a comprehensive guide to designing a … Learn More

Developers: UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund, WASH4Work

Uniting Business to Combat COVID-19 (Resource)

www.unglobalcompact.org/take-action/20th-anniversary-campaig...

As the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, the United Nations Global Compact is calling on business leaders everywhere to unite to support workers, communities, and companies affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. A coordinated international plan involving the business sector will … Learn More

WASH Pledge: Guiding principles (Resource)

www.wbcsd.org/WBCSD-COVID-19-Response-Program

WBCSD has initiated a special call to action for our members, leveraging our combined business expertise to address this crisis and support the critical role of business. Three new projects – vital supply chains, return to “normal” scenarios and long-term … Learn More

WASH Programme contribution to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) prevention and response (UNICEF technical note) (Resource)

UNICEF's water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) scope of work in the COVID-19 response is to support affected, at-risk, low-capacity and fragile countries to secure WASH services and infection prevention control in health facilities, and sustain availability and access to WASH … Learn More

Developers: UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund, WASH4Work

WASH Talk - Hygiene: a crucial piece of the puzzle for the impact of WASH (Resource)

www.ircwash.org/news/hygiene-crucial-piece-puzzle-impact-was...

In this WASH Talk episode, we talk about hygiene promotion, handwashing and behaviour change, highlighting an experience in Bhutan. Learn More

WASH in Health Care Facilities: Global Baseline Report 2019 (Resource)

washdata.org/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2019-04/J...

New figures from the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (JMP) indicate that WASH services in health care facilities are sub-standard in every region. Learn More

Developers: UNICEF The United Nations Children's Fund

WASH in the Workplace Self-Assessment Tool (Resource)

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

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

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

WBCSD: How business is responding to COVID-19 (Resource)

www.wbcsd.org/COVID-19

On this page you will find links to announcements from WBCSD members companies and others who are taking extra-ordinary business actions in relation to COVID-19. 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)

waterriskfilter.panda.org

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

Developers: WWF

Water and COVID-19: Risks and Opportunities Library – Pacific Institute (Resource)

pacinst.org/water-and-covid-19-risks-and-opportunities

Links to resources related to WASH services and COVID-19 pandemic. Includes frameworks, how to create WASH plans of action, etc. Learn More

Water and the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Business Framework for Water & COVID-19: Practical Actions to Contain the Pandemic (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/business-framework-water-covid-19

To combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus and rebuild our economies during and after the pandemic, collective action on water is essential. Such action can help not only to contain the virus, but also to realize the human right … Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

Water and the Pandemic: Reopening Buildings After Shutdowns: Reducing Water-Related Health Risks (Resource)

pacinst.org/publication/reopening-buildings-after-shutdowns

Under normal conditions, the flow of tap water through building water systems prevents the buildup of bacteria. This fact sheet seeks to address these issues. Learn More

Developers: Pacific Institute

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 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

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

Water Risk and Action Framework (Resource toolbox)

ceowatermandate.org/wraf

GIZ 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

Guide to Managing Integrity in Water Stewardship Initiatives (Resource toolbox)

ceowatermandate.org/integrity

CEO Water Mandate; Water Integrity Network Learn More

Guide to Water-Related Collective Action (Resource toolbox)

ceowatermandate.org/collectiveaction

CEO Water Mandate; Ross Strategic Learn More

Progress on Drinking Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (Resource toolbox)

ceowatermandate.org/resources/progress-drinking-water-sanita...

UNICEF; WHO Learn More

Shared Water Challenges and Interests (Resource toolbox)

ceowatermandate.org/files/private-sector-water-policy-engage...

CEO Water Mandate; WWF 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