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On the 16th and 17 November, the new members of the Swiss Water Partnership presented their projects and approaches. The presenting members were: Das blaue Wunder WATALUX Wasser für Wasser Skat Foundation Links2Water Development Listen to the presentations of Day 1 and Day 2, have a look at the presentations or read the summary of [...]
Since 2011, Swiss Fresh Water has been running a successful pilot project with 12 machines in Senegal. Currently, SFW is scaling up its operations with the support of local partners.
Background Our business relies on a healthy, thriving environment. So, in the last two years, we have given new emphasis to our approach to biodiversity. In addition to our existing use of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for product and packaging design, which incorporate biodiversity impacts, we have drawn on the knowledge of scientific experts to […]
The International ReSource Award for Sustainable Watershed Management is an internationally recognised prize acknowledging leadership in the implementation of the principles of sustainability in watershed management. Every year US$150,000 is awarded by an international jury to either one, or across several, projects. The award is a result of Swiss Re Foundation’s commitment to water protection […]
The Urban and Productive integrated Sustainable Settlements in El Salvador, Joint Programme, aims to expand economic opportunities for vulnerable groups with special emphasis on women with the ultimate aim of reducing the number of people living below the poverty line. The program aims to improve urban settlements, improve housing quality and strengthen the value chains […]
The goal of this initiative is effective water governance for all water users. One of many methods to achieve this is through Public-Private Partnerships for water services. Partnerships that create clear communication channels among partners and stakeholders are more likely to provide effective water governance. The ten themes in this initiative seek to contribute toward […]
SteriLux – medical sterilization devices for remote areas The Steribox pictured below sterilizes medical instruments using 1000 times less water and 100 times less electricity compared to conventional sterilizers. Other assets are its ease of use, cheap consumables and affordable price. Thus it meets well the needs of health centers and smaller hospitals located outside […]
The principle aim of a water access, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) project is to create conditions under which risk of waterborne disease transmission are minimised. However, providing a community or school with safe water that improves health conditions is not a matter of simply installing a new, clean source. It is also necessary that communities realise […]