Water
Water scarcity is a growing concern around the world. We need to improve water efficiency at each stage of the product lifecycle.
Our approach
To grow our business sustainably we need to reduce the total amount of water used across our value chain, especially in regions where water availability is already under pressure from climate change. Our products rely on this precious resource: from the water needed to grow raw materials to the water needed to use our products. We agreed a water strategy in 2009 to reduce both our direct and indirect water footprint across our portfolio.
Why it matters
Water scarcity is a growing concern, exacerbated by climate change and population increase.
Our manufacturing performance
We have been consistently reducing water use in manufacturing since 1995.
Water use by consumers
Every year, almost a third of households worldwide use Unilever laundry products – around 125 billion washes.
Water use in agriculture
Good water management is one of our 11 key sustainable farming practice indicators.
Working with others
Collaboration on water efficiency helps us develop our strategies.
