Objective
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
Key Targets
Provide safe and affordable drinking water for everyone.
Improve sanitation and hygiene, including access to toilets and handwashing facilities.
Protect and restore water-related ecosystems such as rivers, lakes, and wetlands.
Increase water-use efficiency and promote sustainable water management.
Why It Matters
Access to clean water and proper sanitation is essential for health, dignity, and economic development. Contaminated water and poor sanitation contribute to disease, malnutrition, and preventable deaths. Sustainable water management supports agriculture, industry, energy, and the overall well-being of communities.
Additional Information
Investments in water infrastructure prevent water scarcity and improve public health.
Education on hygiene practices reduces waterborne diseases.
Protecting freshwater ecosystems maintains biodiversity and supports livelihoods.
Examples of Action
Supporting clean water projects and local water utilities.
Advocating for safe sanitation policies and programs.
Promoting water conservation in homes, schools, and workplaces.
Volunteering with organizations focused on water access and ecosystem protection.