State of the world’s drinking-water: Executive summary

Overview

This report presents the state of drinking water in the world today, the progress being made towards achieving SDG Target 6.1, and the challenges that remain. As a service that provides immeasurable economic and health benefits, and essential gender equality outcomes, the need to dramatically increase political commitment to drinking water is clear. This report includes a comprehensive set of recommendations structured around governance, financing, capacity development, data and information and innovation.