Water Supply, Sewerage & Waste Management

Just like fresh air, water is an essential natural resource that all life on Earth depends on. Although about 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered with water, less than one percent of the planet’s total water resources can be classified as accessible freshwater resources. The demand for water continues to rise as populations grow and economies improve, while climate change and water pollution are also putting additional strain on water supplies. These factors have increased the importance of the water sector, which is responsible for providing safe drinking water and wastewater services. Investment and advances in technologies are needed across the global water infrastructure to meet growing demands. In emerging countries, the bulk of water infrastructure spending goes to filtration and desalination projects, while developed countries are anxious to invest in their existing water supply networks as these continue to age.