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Solutions for Sustainable Water Use Concluding remarks Mr. Gavin Power Deputy Director, UN Global Compact Office by Iris Van der Veken Chair GCNB Manager Corporate Affairs Global Rosy blue. Overall points.
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Solutions for Sustainable Water UseConcluding remarksMr. Gavin Power Deputy Director, UN Global Compact Officeby Iris Van der VekenChair GCNBManager Corporate Affairs Global Rosy blue
Overall points • New way in thinking about water in the context of industry, markets, society, and the planet • Water is essential for life and for business • Crucial implications to global development • Collective action is required • UNGC CEO Water mandate
Water and Human Rights • 2010 UN Resolution • What does this mean for the business? • Operational guidance needed • Business innovation
Water and Public Policy • Clear understanding of impact throughout the supply chain • Look beyond your company premises... • Responsible broad view of water management including stakeholder engagement is needed • Business innovation
Corporate Water Disclosure • Increasing pressure on disclosure and transparency • Progress needed- supply chain!!! • Indirect impacts !!! • Water reporting guidance needed