The Agua Para Todos Corporation is a non-profit organization that brings together the private sector, academia, and civil society organizations with the goal of promoting access to potable water and sanitation, with a special emphasis on rural areas of Ecuador.
Why Do This?
2.7 million Ecuadorians are not connected to the public water network. (INEC – CPV)
5.9 million Ecuadorians live without access to adequate sanitation. (INEC – CPV)
463 thousand children under 5 years old receive water contaminated with E. coli. (INEC – ENDI)
More than 80% of wastewater returns to the environment without any treatment. (INEC – GADs Bulletin)
Over $7.3 billion needed to close water and sanitation gaps. (ENA). For every $1 invested in water there is a return of $6.8.
E. coli Contamination
Fuente y Autor: INEC, ENDI 2022
The Challenge
Preserve and protect water sources
Strengthen the capabilities of potable water and sanitation service providers
Promote responsible water use, health, and hygiene in households
Treat wastewater from urban areas, industries, agriculture, and livestock