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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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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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Nestle | Manos al Agua – Intelligent Water Management (2017)

Nestlé has partnered with multiple organizations to formulate an Intelligent Water Management (IWM) plan to help Colombian coffee bean suppliers improve environmental performance at the farm and watershed level.

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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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Blueprint for Business Leadership on the SDGs: SDG 6 (2017)

This document provides guidance and examples for how businesses can be leaders in the efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 6.

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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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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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Internet of Water: Sharing and Integrating Water Data for Sustainability (2017)

This report provides a principle-based blueprint recommending a 3-step plan for how to design and launch a feasible and operable “Internet of Water” – a network of interconnected data…

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One Planet Approaches: Methodology Mapping and Pathways Forward (2017)

One Planet Approaches consist of a family of tools, methodologies, frameworks, programs, and action plans, which recognize the need to measure and reduce human impact in relation to the…

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Exploring the Case for Corporate Context-Based Water Targets (2017)

In order to contribute to long-term risk mitigation and tackle increasing water challenges, corporate water targets must be informed by the best available science on hydro-ecological conditions at the…

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The Elephant in the Boardroom: Why Unchecked Consumption is Not an Option (2017)

This discussion paper examines the need for companies to openly acknowledge and discuss the business dependency on consumption, exploring the topic through three different product examples – cars, beef,…

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WaterGuide (2017)

An organizing framework for improving water resource management and use under scarcity.

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ICMM Position Statement on Water Stewardship (2017)

This position statement sets out International Council on Mining & Metals (ICMM) members’ approach to water stewardship.

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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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CDP Global Water Report 2016

This report is based on CDP’s annual request for investment-relevant information on listed companies in sectors exposed to water risk.

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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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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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Toward Water Risk Valuation: Investor Feedback on Various Methodologies Applied to 10 Energy ListCo’s (2016)

This report looks at investor concerns and thoughts on water risk valuation approaches, and sets out recommendations for better inclusion of water risks in decision-making processes.

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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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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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Reducing Water Consumption at a Textile Service Operator in Europe – Ecolab Case Study (2015)

This case study explores how a partnership between Ecolab and a leading textile service operator in Europe has resulted in processes and solutions that deliver quality washed textiles, while…

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Water Savings for Steel Manufacturers – Ecolab Case Study (2015)

These case studies explore how Ecolab’s partnership with a Brazilian steel group, as well as its partnership with a Chinese steel producer, resulted in significant water savings for both…

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GLASA State of the Apparel Sector Report (2015)

The analysis presented in this report describes what water challenges mean for the apparel industry, and what practices are currently underway to reduce the water footprint of apparel and…

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Water Use Guidance for Construction Product Manufacturers

Construction product manufacturers are becoming increasingly aware of the potential impact of variable supplies of suitable water and the risk this poses to their businesses. This good practice details…

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The Life Cycle of a Jean (2015)

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Good Practice in Cement Production: Dry Process Kilns

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development’s “Cement Sustainability Initiative” recommends using dry kilns processes in cement powder production to reduce water consumption.

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