Implement a system of annual calculation of the "Safety of Potable Water Supply" indicator in Peru.

National Superintendence of Sanitation Services (

Government

)

#SDGAction50442

Description

The implementation of a system of annual calculation of the "Safety of Potable Water Supply" indicator is fundamental to ensure the sustainability and continuity of the drinking water supply to the population. This indicator allows to assess the ability of drinking water service companies to ensure safe and sustainable supply in the long term, taking into account the risks associated with extreme weather events, climate change, water scarcity and other relevant factors. The implementation of this indicator will enable the State and the drinking water service providers to identify challenges and opportunities to improve the security of drinking water supply, and to establish action plans to strengthen the sustainability and resilience of the system.

Expected Impact

Due to the increased risk of occurrence of hydrometeorological phenomena, which negatively impact on the infrastructure and the drinking water service, it is of priority to have instruments to assess the security of supply and to be able to make the most appropriate decisions to strengthen resilience in the various aspects of the management of EPs. For this reason, the result of the indicator for the 50 EP contributes to future decision-making for the implementation of strategies and measures that ensure the provision of drinking water service to just over 19 million people (approximately 58% of the total population of the country), during disasters caused by natural phenomena.

SDGS & Targets

Goal 6

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

6.1.1

Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services

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

6.2.1

Proportion of population using (a) safely managed sanitation services and (b) a hand-washing facility with soap and water

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

6.3.1

Proportion of domestic and industrial wastewater flows safely treated

6.3.2

Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient water quality

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

6.4.1

Change in water-use efficiency over time

6.4.2

Level of water stress: freshwater withdrawal as a proportion of available freshwater resources

6.5

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

6.5.1

Degree of integrated water resources management

6.5.2

Proportion of transboundary basin area with an operational arrangement for water cooperation

6.6

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

6.6.1

Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time

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.a.1

Amount of water- and sanitation-related official development assistance that is part of a government-coordinated spending plan

6.b

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

6.b.1

Proportion of local administrative units with established and operational policies and procedures for participation of local communities in water and sanitation management

False

Feedback

Action Network

Timeline

31 March 2023 (start date)

31 August 2023 (date of completion)

Entity

National Superintendence of Sanitation Services

SDGs

Region

Latin America and the Caribbean

Other beneficiaries

Peru

More information

https://www.gob.pe/sunass

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