17
March
2026Six Reasons Clean Water Is Critical for Health, Nutrition and Climate Resilience
Water is the most crucial natural resource on Earth. It covers 71% of the surface and is the essential foundation for all life, ecosystems, and human health. Yet today, only one in four people worldwide have access to clean water.While water sustains agriculture, hydration, and biodiversity, only a small fraction is accessible freshwater, making its conservation and fair access critical for survival. Here are six ways it shapes our world.