14. Water management
Integrated management and governance of water resources
Integrated water management and governance that considers multiple uses, stakeholders, and scales, promoting efficiency, equity, and sustainability of water resources.
How this solution relates to the action agenda
Axis: 4. Building Resilience for Cities, Infrastructure and Water
Key Objective: 14. Water management
Why it matters
Integrated water management is essential to address water scarcity, usage conflicts, and environmental degradation. Effective governance systems enable fair allocation, rational use, and protection of aquatic ecosystems. The integrated approach strengthens climate resilience, improves cross-sector coordination, and promotes evidence-based decision-making to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
Sources:
WHO/UNICEF, 2025 (jmp-2025-wash-households-lowres-launch.pdf)
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