Sustainability
According to Global Water Challenge, sustainability is one of the most pressing issues facing the WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) sector today. More than 30 percent of WASH projects fail after two to five years. Resources available to help address this challenge include guidance on operations and maintenance approaches, tools to estimate long-term costs, and other resources to support sustainability.
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Sustainability Resources
Alliance for Water Stewardship in California's Central Valley
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July 16, 2021Fertile soil, mild weather, and long growing season allow California to produce nearly half of the United States' vegetables, fruits and nuts, and approximately 80% of the world's almonds. The state's agriculture industry is an economic powerhouse, valued at $46.4 billion and...Read more
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United StatesIndustrial Water Use
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July 21, 2021Industrial withdrawals provide water for such purposes as fabricating, processing, washing, diluting, cooling, or transporting a product; incorporating water into a product; or for sanitation needs within the manufacturing facility. Some industries that use large amounts of water produce such...Read more
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