Digitalizing H2O: The Future of Water in Asia and the Pacific
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Publisher:
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Publication:
May 2025
This publication showcases transformative case studies and innovations that are reshaping ways to manage water.
In a region with over 4 billion people, Asia and the Pacific faces enormous challenges in safe water and sanitation service delivery. Around 500 million people still lack access to a basic water supply and 1.14 billion lack access to safely managed sanitation. Around 80% of wastewater is untreated, contributing to persistent pollution and resulting in a regression in Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) indicator 6.6.1, which refers to water-related ecosystems.
This publication showcases transformative case studies and innovations—from intelligent leak detection in India to integrated water management in the People’s Republic of China—that are reshaping ways to manage water. By harnessing digital tools and fostering collaboration, the Asian Development Bank is empowering communities to make data-driven decisions and build shock-resilient infrastructure.
Contents
- Programs Supporting Digitalization Embracing
- Digitalization in ADB's Water Operations: ADB Project Stories
- Embarking on a Digital Water Journey: Opinion Pieces
