Sustainable Development Goal 6

Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals developed by the United Nations.

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

6.1 By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all

6.2 By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations

6.3 By  2030,  improve  water  quality  by  reducing  pollution,  eliminating  dumping  and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally

6.4 By  2030,  substantially  increase  water use  efficiency  across  all  sectors  and  ensure sustainable withdrawals and supply of freshwater to address water scarcity and substantially reduce the number of people suffering from water scarcity

6.5 By  2030,  implement  integrated  water resources  management  at  all  levels,  including through transboundary cooperation as appropriate

6.6 By 2020, protect and restore water related ecosystems, including mountains,  forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes

6.a By 2030, expand international cooperation and capacity building support to developing countries  in  water and  sanitation related  activities and  programmes,  including  water harvesting,  desalination,  water  efficiency,  wastewater treatment,  recycling  and  reuse technologies

6.b Support and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving water and sanitation management