Sustainability
By Grace Kanweri, Senior Program Officer, Water For People Uganda
Climate resilient water stewardship in Uganda’s Mpanga River protects communities, culture, and biodiversity.
Artificial wetlands in Peru provide sustainable sanitation, safer water, and community-led economic opportunities.
By Janet Olumbe, Africa Regional Marketing and Communications Officer
Success doesn’t end at installation. Janet explores what makes the difference between infrastructure that exists and services that truly last.
In the face of climate change and limited resources, this community came up with a solution to help fund the ongoing maintenance of their new water system: growing bananas.
The Rugarama Village sits between hills and valleys in the southwestern region of Uganda, within the Kamwenge District. In this community, approximately 80 households were using one borehole as a water source. However, the pipes broke down and the village was left without safe water.
Debasis Mondal’s bright orange vest signifies the important role he plays in communities in his region of India. He’s a Jalabandhu – a “Friend of Water.”
In the small community of Llimbe in Peru, water sources were running dry. The idea proposed by the water committee was to add micrometers to each household’s water connection, however some in the community were skeptical.