Access to clean, safe water is essential in the fight against climate change – CNN

Access to clean, safe water is essential in the fight against climate change – CNN

11/02/2021

Opinion by Matt Damon and Gary White for CNN Business Perspectives
Published on November 1, 2021

A global shift is happening. Governments are increasingly allocating resources to energy alternatives. Consumers are demanding that companies take active measures to protect the environment through carbon offsets and recyclable packaging. Investors are integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives into their investment decisions — with a heavy focus on cutting carbon emissions.

While this progress is essential, it is missing an important component in effectively addressing climate change: water. In normal times, the water crisis is devastating to both people and the planet. And, as we work toward a climate-resilient future, we must devote energy and resources to managing water access and sanitation.

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