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Workshops Conclusions

Workshop on setting targets and reporting under the Protocol on Water and Health, 10-11 February 2009, Geneva, Switzerland. Workshops Conclusions. Conclusions I.

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Workshops Conclusions

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  1. Workshop on setting targets and reporting under the Protocol on Water and Health, 10-11 February 2009, Geneva, Switzerland Workshops Conclusions

  2. Conclusions I • Until now only few countries have set targets, as required by the Protocol. There is a need for Parties to intensify efforts towards their obligations of target-setting • Countries set different types of targets. It is a mix of different aspects measured by quantitative and qualitative indicators • In many countries, numerous activities, programmes, projects are ongoing and contributing towards the aims of the Protocol. • Parties should be aware that the Protocol offers an umbrella to bring together the numerous ongoing activities.

  3. Conclusion II • The Protocol provides a step-by-step approach for achieving goals and that it recognizes the specificities of the country • The focus of the Protocol is not only results, but also on the process of achieving them; it supports a holistic approach and fosters coordination of numerous stakeholders including the public. • The Protocol complements and supplements the EU aquis communautaire and supports its implementation and cover gaps.

  4. Conclusions III • A high number of stakeholders should be involved in the target-setting; therefore, an inter-sectoral coordination mechanism is necessary, but cooperation is challenging. • Numerous tools are available for baseline analysis such as rapid assessment, the FEASIBLE methodology (for setting financially realistic targets), the risk assessment approach based on water safety plans, training programs. On the other hand, development of these tools can be target itself. • The Protocol offers a useful tool for planning adaptation to climate change and climate change impacts should be taken into account in the target-setting process.

  5. Conclusions IV • There is a financial support mechanism, (the Ad Hoc Project Facilitation Mechanism), which offers help for formulating and implementing targets. However, other sources of finance such as EU or IFI funds should be mobilized in addition. • Awareness on the Protocol is still low, and hindering the implementation. NGOs have a role to play in “marketing of the Protocol” • NGOs have also role in formulating and implementing the targets, thus should be more proactive in activities related to the Protocol • The guidelines on setting targets could be a useful tool and should be taken into account when developing national targets.

  6. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION!

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