Water Unite

Meet Duncan and Nelly Duncan and Nelly are fuel agents at Sanivation, where they convert waste biomass into briquettes, creating a sustainable fuel source. As part of this month's focus on Pillar 2 of our Water+ thesis, we are highlighting Sanivation, one of our investees, through a case study that demonstrates their positive impact on both people and the environment. Sanivation, based in Kenya, addresses critical sanitation and environmental challenges. They tackle poor waste management while providing an eco-friendly alternative to charcoal and wood. Find out more about Sanivation here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVGiYAAG 👈 #sanitation #impactinvesting #environment #sustainablefinance

📣 “Water scarcity poses a significant risk that transcends individual sectors and affects the entire economy. As we approach 2030, a radical new approach to address this issue is required.” Lord Malcolm Bruce’s statement, in the recent press release announcing a US$7.5 million investment from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in Water Unite Impact (WUI), highlights the ongoing challenge and impact of water scarcity. 771 million people still don't have clean water close to home and 1.7 billion people lack access to a toilet. The DFC’s funding will help WUI accelerate its mission of driving meaningful change in the sector and help address the significant funding gap in the water sector, closing the critical "missing middle".  #WaterSecurity #WaterScarcity #ImpactInvesting Read the full press release here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eu2-jXN2 👈

📣 New report from the Global Commission on the Economics of Water (GCEW) Titled 'The Economics of Water: Valuing the Hydrological Cycle as a Global Common Good', it provides a detailed outline of the value of water. This comprehensive report highlights the critical importance of understanding the hydrological cycle as a global common good. By doing so, we can ensure access and justice for all while safeguarding our vital ecosystems. Usha Rao-Monari, Senior Partner at Wellers Impact , co-authored the report in her capacity as a commissioner for the GCEW. The report provides several key insights: 📊 Economic Value of Water: Despite its essential role in human survival water remains economically undervalued. 🌧️ Global Connections: The hydrological cycle connects countries and regions through both liquid and atmospheric water flows, emphasising our shared responsibility. 🌍 Interconnected Challenges: Water scarcity is intricately linked to climate change and biodiversity decline, with each factor influencing the other. Read the full report here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dfDjRwCM What is your perspective on these findings? Share your thoughts in the comments below! #WaterUnite #WaterCycle #Economics

Today is World Food Day 🌱 Today, October 16th, is World Food Day. In 2023, approximately 2.33 billion people worldwide experienced moderate to severe food insecurity. This crisis is exacerbated by climate change, conflicts, economic hardships, and inequalities. We envision a world in which every person has access to nutritious, affordable, and safe food. Our investees are working to address food poverty through cutting-edge solutions: 🌍 Jibu Inc.: By leveraging a franchise model to distribute fortified porridge and cooking gas, Jibu is improving nutrition and food security in communities. 🌍 Seabex: Through innovative agri-tech, Seabex is revolutionising farming practices, leading to increased food quantity and quality. Through the support of our partners, we are transforming food systems, creating a more equitable and sustainable future for everyone. #worldfoodday #foodsecurity #agriculture

Water Unite Chair, Malcolm Bruce visits Jibu Inc. in Zambia. Jibu is transforming water security and accessibility through an innovative franchise model that enables local entrepreneurs to establish filtered, clean water kiosks in their communities, providing both essential goods and economic opportunities. During his recent visit to Jibu Zambia, Lord Malcolm Bruce praised the team's remarkable work. Jibu Zambia owns and operates its own borehole, water filtration, and bottling plant, ensuring that local communities have safe and clean drinking water. Jibu is amplifying their positive impact with an ambitious plan to expand across all districts in Zambia. Water Unite is proud to work with them on their mission to provide clean water to all, and we look forward to supporting their continued growth and success. Chisha Kumisuku Carole Mutale-Ng'andwe #watersecurity #impactinvesting

This October we’re concluding our Water+ series by spotlighting Pillar 2 of our water+ thesis: Access to Sanitation/Toilets. Sanitation is a basic human need, however there are numerous barriers to accessing it. Currently, around 40% of the world's population do not have access to safely managed sanitation facilities, with over 1.5 billion people living without even basic sanitation services such as private toilets or latrines. Inadequate sanitation has far-reaching consequences, affecting economic and social development and posing significant environmental risks. Water Unite is proud to support ground-breaking organisations like Sanivation, which are developing innovative, community-based solutions to poor waste management and eco-friendly alternatives to charcoal and wood. To learn more about Pillar 2 click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCtVc7MG 👈 #sanitation #watersecurity #impactinvesting

📣 “Our corporate partners have been instrumental in catalyzing additional funding from more traditional investors into this underfunded area, helping us to accelerate our impact,” Malcolm Bruce, who chairs Water Unite, told ImpactAlpha in a recent article about Water Unite Impact. The article explains how purchasing a bottle of water from UK retailers like Co-op helps fund investments into small and medium sized enterprises that find solutions to the global water crisis. Thanks to our corporate partners, Water Unite Impact has secured $3 million in first-loss capital. This funding resulted in an additional $7.5 million loan from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation to support innovative solutions to increase access to clean water and sanitation, circularise wastewater and plastic waste, and conserve water. 🌍 To read more click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYMStuTb 👈 Roodgally Senatus Wellers Impact #sustainability #impactinvesting

📣 Watch our trustee on Voices of Sustainability! Satya S. Tripathi, our trustee and Secretary-General of the Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet, appeared on the 40th episode of the Zayed Sustainability Prize's Voices of Sustainability. In this engaging episode, Satya S. Tripathi discusses strategies for advancing global sustainability. An important takeaway is the importance of building partnerships. While we have the resources and ideas to drive change, real progress requires collaboration through a deep understanding of different perspectives and languages. This supports our mission of improving water sustainability through partnerships between NGOs, corporations, and the private sector. Watch to learn how we can work together to fight climate change and create a more sustainable future. Watch here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eS4QvdXU 👈 #sustainability #climatechange #collaboration

🚀 The September edition of our monthly newsletter is out. Read on to learn about our latest news and progress. 💧This month, we were thrilled to announce the US government's US$7.5 million commitment to Water Unite Impact, which will fund the "missing middle" of the water sector in emerging markets. 💧In honour of World Rivers Day, we highlighted Pillar 3 of our Water+ thesis: Wastewater Circularity and spotlighted GREE Energy for their innovative wastewater treatment solutions. 💧Our partners at Wellers Impact attended the 79th UN General Assembly and New York Climate Week. These milestones mark important progress toward achieving our mission. Click here to subscribe to our monthly newsletter and receive updates 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHd9aeNv 👈 #waterunite #sustainability #waterpreservation #impactinvesting

World Rivers Day takes place on the fourth Sunday of each September. To commemorate, we wanted to highlight our program partner GREE Energy | B Corp Certified who directly contributes to the health and security of local waterways whilst leveraging renewable energy for local communities. 🔋 World Rivers Day provides a valuable opportunity to reflect on and appreciate the truly vital role rivers play in sustaining life on our planet. It also raises awareness around the multitude of threats facing our waterways across the globe, encouraging active engagement and involvement in environmental stewardship. 💧 🌿 To learn more about how GREE Energy | B Corp Certified are tackling water pollution in Indonesia, read our latest article here: https://lnkd.in/eBShB5-7 #greeenergy #waterunite #worldriversday #biogas #waterpollution #waterplus #wastewatercircularity