Overview of the current state of water quality in India, including the health impacts of consuming contaminated water and the challenges faced by communities in accessing clean water.
According to a report on household water treatment in Colombia, household water treatment and safe storage (HWTS) is an important strategy for improving access to safe drinking water in the country, particularly in rural and remote areas. HWTS technologies include chlorine, ceramic filters, and solar disinfection, among others. The success of HWTS programs in Colombia depends on a range of factors, including community engagement, access to financing, and effective monitoring and evaluation.
A report on household water treatment trends in India reveals that HWTS is an important strategy for improving access to safe drinking water in the country, particularly in rural and remote areas. HWTS technologies include chlorine, ceramic filters, and biosand filters, among others. The success of HWTS programs in India depends on a range of factors, including community engagement, access to financing, and effective monitoring and evaluation.
This pilot project successfully increased the use of Sûr’Eau, a chlorine solution for drinking water treatment, through a partnership between community-based health insurance schemes and community health workers. After 18 months of implementation, knowledge and use of the product significantly increased in two pilot districts.
