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Corporate Water Disclosure Guidelines (2014)
Exploring the Business Case for Sanitation
Shared Water Challenges and Interests
Understanding "Sufficiency" in Water-Related Collective Action
Corporate Water Accounting
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)
Water Resilience Coalition
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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Delivering Bright Whites with Green Initiatives – Ecolab Case Study (2017)

This case study explores the results of a U.S. linens provider working with Ecolab to reduce water consumption.

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Danone Dairy Plant Quenches Thirst Efficiently – Ecolab Case Study (2017)

In 2014, Danone asked Nalco Water to conduct a Mechanical, Operational, Chemical and Sustainability (MOCS) audit of the water treatment system of its dairy plants in Tchehov, Russia, resulting…

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West Coast Refinery Reduces Water Consumption – Ecolab Case Study (2017)

This case study examines the actions taken by a west coast refinery to enhance sustainability and operational performance by partnering with Nalco Champion.

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Water Reuse at a Mexicali Power Plant – Ecolab Case Study

This case study looks at the steps taken by Nalco Water to help reduce concentrations of calcium, sulfate, and chloride in a power plant’s cooling tower in order to…

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Ecolab Case Study: Ford Saves Water With Smart Technology (2017)

This case study explores how the collaboration between Ford and Nalco Water has focused on a Chicago assembly plant’s cooling towers and pre-treatment baths to reduce water use.

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Marriott International Achieves Significant Savings in Water – Ecolab Case Study (2017)

This case study explores how Ecolab’s partnership with Marriott International has resulted in significant savings in water, energy, CO2 emissions, and solid waste that help contribute to Marriott’s 2025…

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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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The Sanitation Economy in India (2017)

This report quantifies the potential size of the Indian market for the Sanitation Economy with market estimates in 3 areas: the Toilet Economy, the Circular Sanitation Economy and the…

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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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The Business Case for Investing in WASH (2017)

This paper presents the case for the business value creation and economic benefits associated with positive actions on WASH as well as outlining how business can contribute to Sustainable…

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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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Corporate Action on WASH in Supply Chains Case Study: Gap Inc. (2017)

Because many sourcing countries face challenges in accessing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Gap Inc. invests in programs that not only ensures that the people who make their clothes…

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Corporate Engagement on Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (2017)

A high-level summary of research findings and recommendations for driving progress on WASH and SDG6 through supply-chains and voluntary standards.

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Easing the Transition to Commercial Finance for Sustainable Water and Sanitation (2017)

This report articulates a framework for innovative financing to achieve SDG6, particularly targets 6.1–6.4.

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H&M – Human Right to Water and Sanitation

H&M is committed to ensuring that water is used responsibly throughout the company’s value chain. H&M does this to minimize risks in its operations, to protect the environment and…

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Child Rights and Global Supply Chains

UNICEF, United Nations Global Compact, and Save the Children have developed The Children’s Rights and Business Principles. To implement these principles, UNICEF is undertaking a global supply chains program, including…

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A Baseline Study of Living Conditions of Garment Workers in Hlaing Thar Yar (Myanmar)

H&M and WaterAid are working together to improve conditions for garment factory workers in H&M’s supply chain.

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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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Coca-Cola: Respecting the Human Right to Water and Sanitation

As a beverage company, Coca-Cola recognize the indispensable nature of water in advancing healthy ecosystems, communities, business, agriculture and commerce.

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Water Resource Users Associations Capacity Assessment Tool (2017)

The Water Resource Users Associations (WRUA) Capacity Assessment Tool is intended to assess organizational capacity of a WRUA in order to improve the performance of the management of water…

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