Wastewater and jobs: the decent work approach to reducing untreated wastewater
Based on a literature review, this paper offers a summary of key opportunities and challenges concerning the intersection of wastewater and the world of work. Globally, more than half of freshwater withdrawals are released again as wastewater. Against the backdrop of rising global demand for water and the growing challenge of water scarcity, recognition of the potential beneficial use of adequately-treated wastewater flows is growing. This paper discusses the potential of investments of wastewater and how they impact productivity, livelihoods, job creation, skills needs, occupational safety an... Show more
Authors: Renner, Michael
Published: Geneva, Switzerland, ILO, 2017
Resource type: Report, paper or authored book
Physical description: viii, 24 p.
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