The global Water sector faces many challenges, including water scarcity, water quality, and aging water infrastructure. Behaviour change is also a significant challenge for the water industry, as consumers need to view water as a precious commodity to be valued highly.

Global challenges

The escalating global population is exacerbating water scarcity, with a projected 40% shortfall in supply by 2030: safeguarding this vital resource is a global imperative.

The global Water sector faces many challenges, including water scarcity, water quality, and aging water infrastructure. Behaviour change is also a significant challenge for the water industry, as consumers need to view water as a precious commodity to be valued highly.

Global challenges

Water scarcity

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The escalating global population is exacerbating water scarcity, with a projected 40% shortfall in supply by 2030: safeguarding this vital resource is a global imperative.

Rising population, water consumption, climate change, and aging infrastructure strain freshwater resources, affecting availability and quality. This complicates supply systems, threatens health, and hinders growth; whilst industries face sustainability challenges, risking resilience, permits, and increased costs.

Climate change presents significant risks to organizations, requiring adaptation and footprint scrutiny. Extreme water-related weather events escalate these risks. Precarious water management impacts organizations and communities, highlighting the need for proactive climate change mitigation measures.

Water supply contributes to 10% of global emissions. Energy sector’s water usage, expected to rise 10% by 2030, necessitates united efficiency measures for sustainable use of these resources.