Global Cause
Water
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We must invest in new tech to solve the global water crisis
Governments and private companies must utilise the latest technology to increase the efficiency of water systems to help solving the global water crisis, says Business Analytics Expert, Lukas Strohmeier. There are two key global water challenges: water scarcity and flooding. Water and wastewater networks, desalination, as well as flood control and irrigation systems rely on...
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Campaign partners
Founded in 2010, Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN) is the leading, global hub for the smart water sector. Uniquely focused on accelerating the use of data-driven solutions in drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater networks worldwide, SWAN aligns utility, solution providers & industry thought leaders to collectively influence the smart water sector. The Stockholm International Water...
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Reaching those that need to be reached: accelerating WASH access to combat NTDs
Neglected Tropical Diseases affect the most vulnerable populations Millions of people in the world continue to suffer from illness and death linked to inadequate water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which affect more than 1 billion people, thrive among the poorest and most vulnerable populations – the same populations who often lack...
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Smart water management is the future, says new report
Case studies in a new report on Smart Water Management demonstrate the role smart technology can play in resolving water challenges across the globe. Smart Water Management (SWM) is a system providing actionable data that can be used globally. It uses Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to provide real-time, automated data for use in resolving...
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Game-changing digital tool bringing new hope to Africa
Improved data from satellite technology will enable users to solve a number of challenges facing Africa — including access to clean drinking water. When you’re trying to solve a problem, it’s a good idea to look at it from every angle. Take a step back so you can see the entire picture and then zoom...
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Three ways to rethink water
People are using more water for everything from potato chips to microchips. To counter this, communities, companies and countries will have to change how they value and use water.
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Water management is central to achieving Sustainable Development Goals
The water sector faces a pivotal moment in a world that is increasingly water scarce and impacted by climate change.
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Why does one third of the world still not have a toilet?
One in nine people globally do not have clean water close to home. One in three people do not have a toilet. Everyone needs to step up to the challenge of providing safe water and toilets by 2030.
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No more ‘dry schools’
A school without books is inconceivable. But we also know that water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) are just as essential as materials that children need to learn.
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Clean water brings big benefits to Zambia
Communities in Zambia that once lacked clean drinking water are now flourishing, thanks to an initiative that is installing hand-washing stations and proper toilet facilities.