Water means life
According to the World Water Development Report 2015, 750 million people still have no access to clean drinking water. Above all in Africa, but also in Asia and South America drinking water remains a scarce commodity (UNESCO).
People and animals are forced to drink contaminated water. Contaminated water is the main cause of the transmission of diseases. 88 % of all diseases are the result of dirty water and 842,000 people die every year from the consequences (WHO).
In addition, many diseases are caused by the lack of sanitary facilities. 2.5 billion people have no access to the simplest sanitary facilities. Clean drinking water and hygienic sanitary facilities for everyone could prevent nine out of ten cases of diarrhoea. A milestone - because they actually account for 10% of all diseases worldwide.
Water is also the basis for food. Without water it is not possible for agriculture or industry to function. Food production is impossible without water. Water supplies, ensuring food supplies and health are therefore directly connected - water means life.