Water and Sanitation

Access to clean water and adequate sanitation is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of public health, economic development, and environmental sustainability.

Reliable water systems support every aspect of daily life, from household needs to agriculture and industry, while effective sanitation safeguards communities and ecosystems. Beyond providing basic services, water is vital for food security through irrigation and drainage, for maintaining healthy river basins, and for supporting livelihoods. Managing water safety and water-related disasters such as floods and droughts is essential to protect lives, infrastructure, and economic activities. As pressures on water resources and climate variability intensify, ensuring equitable access, risk reduction, and sustainable management has become central to building resilient and thriving societies.

We deliver innovative and comprehensive solutions across the entire water cycle—from water supply and sanitation to irrigation systems, river basin management, and disaster risk reduction. Our services include integrated water resource management, infrastructure development, flood and drought management, groundwater management, and capacity building, ensuring that water systems are both technically robust and institutionally sustainable.

By applying advanced technologies and best practices, we optimise water use, improve water quality, and enhance service delivery in rural, semi-urban, and urban contexts. We strengthen institutions, improve water distribution, and promote productive and efficient agricultural water use, creating systems that are resilient, inclusive, and adaptable to changing conditions, while reducing risks associated with extreme events.

Through this business area, we strive to shape a future where water resources are managed sustainably for the benefit of both people and the environment. By improving access to safe water, strengthening sanitation services, and integrating disaster risk management into water systems, we support healthier communities, more secure food systems, and protected ecosystems.