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While valiant efforts have been made to reduce natural resource extraction and companies are increasingly incorporating sustainability initiatives into business planning, greater collective action, integrated government policies, innovation and support are needed to ensure natural resource sustainability—especially when it comes to water, the heart of sustainable development. After exploring three key water trends of the last 30 years, this chapter looks ahead to the next 30 years, informing of three areas where businesses, in partnership with governments and civil society, should focus efforts to make a positive difference on global water challenges.
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Parekh, A. (2016). Journey of Sustainable Development by Private Sector Actors. In: Biswas, A., Tortajada, C. (eds) Water Security, Climate Change and Sustainable Development. Water Resources Development and Management. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-287-976-9_9
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