The world and Bangladesh are experiencing increased water insecurity. This is evident through water scarcity, with demands for safe, usable water exceeding supply in many areas. This is why water stewardship is a priority for The Coca-Cola Company.
The company’s philanthropic arm, The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF), provides funding to non-profits to help communities access a sustainable supply of safe drinking water and to promote healthy ecosystems and watersheds, read a press release on Monday.
TCCF presently partners with organizations such as 2030 Water Resources Group, WaterAid, and Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP) in Bangladesh. These partnerships support Bangladesh in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 6, 12, 14 and 17.
In line with the global theme of World Water Week 2023, "Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise World," the Coca-Cola Foundation and partners (WaterAid, WSUP and 2030WRG) held multiple events in Savar, Chattogram, and Rajshahi.
These partnerships directly supplement the Bangladesh Government’s various initiatives to promote sustainable water projects across the country, including the National Water Policy to ensure the sustainable management and utilization of water resources.
President of The Coca-Cola Foundation Saadia Madsbjerg said, “Sustainable access to safe water is a strategic priority for The Coca-Cola Foundation and we are proud to support the work of our implementing partners in improving water access in Bangladesh.”
