SDG 6 : CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION


SDG 6 : CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION

 



        The phrase "water is life" refers to the fact that all living things depend on it for survival. In order for water to be appropriate for human consumption, it must be clean and free of diseases and bacteria. Sanitation on the other side is ensuring that one’s surroundings is kept clean at all times, so that it does not become a health threat for its occupants. People won't catch illnesses like diarrhoea, cholera, typhoid, and all other water-borne illnesses when they consume contaminated water when there is clean water and a clean environment. These illnesses frequently result in high death rates, which have a detrimental effect on a nation's per capita GDP.







        Since people are attracted to living in locations with clean water and other social amenities, a healthy environment and clean water both help a nation's economy. Additionally, because of the accessibility of the water required for manufacturing, the majority of factories will be built in those areas. All residents having access to water will similarly prevent the occurrence of some social problems, such as inequality and exploitation.







        In Malaysia, Most states are experiencing a sharp decline in water quality. Along with increasing water pollution, population increase, urbanisation, and the development of irrigated agriculture are placing increasing demands on available water supplies. Because water resources are the driving force behind both environmental well-being and societal progress, water safety and security are important issues that must be considered as frequently as possible.






        These can minimise the negative impacts on water resources through proactive measures needed from people, government and industry. Each can play a role to safeguard water resources. For the public, increasing awareness of the importance of freshwater resources and their sustainable management is needed. Consumers must alter their attitudes towards water and learn to use it wisely since, according to experts, Malaysians should prepare for frequent water shortages and higher prices in the near future. 

        lastly, Prioritising access to water, sanitation, and wastewater management has a positive impact on social and economic development at all levels, from the personal to the global. Therefore, For national, regional, and global water security to be achieved, there is a critical need for collaboration among diverse countries.



References:
https://hrmars.com/papers_submitted/10783/water-issues-in-malaysia.pdf
https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal6














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