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Guide to Managing Integrity in Water Stewardship Initiatives (2015)
Respecting the Human Rights to Water & Sanitation (2015)
Guide to Setting Site Water Targets Informed by Catchment Context
Guide to Responsible Business Engagement with Water Policy (2010)
Understanding Key Water Stewardship Terms
Guide to Water-Related Collective Action (2013)
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Volumetric Water Benefit Accounting (VWBA): A Practical Guide to Implementing Water Replenishment Targets (2021)
Setting Enterprise Water Targets: A Guide for Companies (2021)

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Polyester Plant Cools Down and Reduces Wetlands Discharge (2017)

Ecolab helped a polyester resins and fibers plant reduce the amount of wastewater sent to a municipal treatment plant by 29 million gallons of water annually using products containing…

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Acciona Agua – Sustainable Water Supply in Water Scarce Regions (2017)

Acciona created the Acciona Agua division to provide global solutions for the sustainable development of the water sector and to supply water to people primarily in water-scarce regions.

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Italian Meat Processor Reduces Water and Energy Use – Ecolab Case Study (2017)

This case study shows how Nalco Water strategized to make Italian meat processor Inalca SpA’s operations more sustainable.

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Illovo and SUSFARMS: Building Climate Resilient Sugarcane Supply Chains (2017)

This case study looks at how Illovo, a subsidiary company of Associated British Foods, funded various projects, including R&D and water infrastructure, as well as the Sustainable Sugarcane Farm…

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Rainwater Capture and Storage for Drinking Water – an Iberdrola Case Study (2017)

This case study shows steps taken by Iberdrola SA to advance sustainable water use and the company’s commitment to meeting SDG 6.

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Detroit Hamtramck a General Motors Case Study (2017)

This case study explores how General Motors added an additional retention pond for storm water to a Detroit facility in order to reduce water withdrawals by 20% through rainwater…

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Partnership for a Cleaner Environment (PACE) (2017)

Partnership for a Cleaner Environment (PACE) is a Ford initiative that allows the company to share best practices with its suppliers.

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Using Smart Technology to Monitor Stockholm’s Water Systems (2017)

Water Monitoring Networks is a project developed by Ericsson in collaboration with city officials and university researchers to create a connected water quality monitoring system throughout Stockholm.

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BP Australia | Water Minimization and Recycling in Refining

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LafargeHolcim Philippines | Green Roof and Water Management in Philippines Government Office Building (2017)

This case study explores LafargeHolcim’s support of the Philippines government’s mission to protect the Laguna Lake area by providing an innovative green roof for the government’s new building which…

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Unilever | Improving Water Efficiency in Manufacturing (2017)

This case study looks at Unilever’s strategy to minimize manufacturing water use and its impact on watersheds.

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Rio Tinto | Optimizing the Efficient Use of Scarce Water Resources at Oyu Tolgoi Mine (2017)

Rio Tinto took multiple steps to optimize water use at the Oyo Tolgoi copper and gold mine located in Mongolia’s water scarce South province.

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Survival of the Driest – Olam’s Innovative Onion Breeding Program (2017)

Olam’s long-term selective breeding program to produce onions with higher solid content and lower water content, combined with a focus on optimizing irrigation in collaboration with the growers.

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Co-optimizing Solutions in Water and Agriculture (2017)

A deep-dive into solutions that deliver value to businesses and farming communities while paving the way to a more resilient future.

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SAVEh – Water Efficiency Self-Assessment System (2017)

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…

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Procter & Gamble | Water Reduction and Reuse in a P&G Beauty Care Manufacturing Facility (2017)

To ensure the longevity of operations in the region, enable compliance with permit requirements, and exceed sustainability targets, Proctor & Gamble decided to reduce their water risk at their…

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Towards a World Free of Untreated Wastewater (2017)

Despite multiple benefits that wastewater brings to communities, progress on treatment of wastewater and fit-for-purpose use of treated wastewater remains very slow in many developing countries.

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ASC Farm Standards – Good Practices in Aquaculture (2017)

This good practice focuses on the importance and implementation of responsible aquaculture through Aquaculture Sustainability Council’s nine farm standards.

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Business Guide to Circular Water Management (2017)

This Business Guide suggests ways to overcome common barriers encountered in framing or implementing a strategy for circular water management, focusing on the reduce, reuse and recycle steps in…

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The Fieldprint Calculator (2017)

Understand how management choices impact sustainability and operational efficiency on corn, cotton, rice, wheat, potato, and soybean farms.

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Sweden Textile Water Initiative Guidelines (2017)

Sweden Textile Water Initiative is based on the idea that fashion brands must cooperate and follow common guidelines in order to achieve sustainable water use.

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Nestlé: Commitment on Water Stewardship

Nestlé has formally confirmed its public support for the human right to water and sanitation, as adopted by the United Nations General Assembly and the United Nations Human Rights…

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Remove Microbeads – Good Practices in Personal Care Product Manufacturing

Exfoliating microbeads are already being phased out of personal care products in the United States of America and the United Kingdom. This good practice details what microbeads are, why…

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Inalca SpA Partners with Ecolab to Reduce Water Use in Rieti Meat Processing Plant (2017)

This case study highlights how Ecolab worked with Inalca SpA to identify methods for reducing water consumption in their meat processing plant located in Rieti, Italy. By updating water…

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Water Balance Targets (2016)

This report discusses where the concept of water balance came from, the motivations for balance initiatives, types of balance projects and benefits, important considerations, and emerging water stewardship trends…

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Good Practice in Personal Care Manufacturing: Remove Triclosan from Products

The Canadian Government recommends removing triclosan from personal care products and replacing it with safer chemicals to reduce pollution to aquatic ecosystems.

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6 Principles of World Class Water Stewardship in the Beverage Industry (2016)

The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) members have developed six leadership principles that outline the essentials of water stewardship, plus look forward to what is possible in the future.

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Hotel Water Measurement Initiative (2016)

Measure and report on your hotels’ water use in a consistent manner.

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Pretreating Wastewater: Good Practice In Cosmetics Production

A wastewater treatment program developed by Veolia optimizes water management at a L’Oreal cosmetic manufacturing plant by pretreating wastewater, resulting in reduced energy consumption, chemicals usage, and sludge production.

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Open Source: Water Innovation (2016)

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Navigating Rough Waters: Businesses and Investors Must Adapt for a Water-Stressed Future (2016)

This report is intended to inform both businesses and investors about the reality, risks, and opportunities of water stresses.

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Saving Water at a Gas-To-Liquids Refinery – Ecolab Case Study

Ecolab partnered with a major gas-to-liquids refinery in South Africa to mitigate its cooling water management challenges, helping to manage the refinery’s corrosion, microbial activity, and water consumption.

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