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STRATEGIC ACTIONS TO STRENGTHEN THE MANAGEMENT OF WATER RESOURCES IN THE STATE OF SÃO PAULO

Fundação Agência da Bacia Hidrográfica do Alto Tietê - FABHAT (
Local / Regional Government
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    Description
    Description

    establish subsidies for the strengthening and implementation of the policy and the integrated management of water resources, fundamental for the economic, social and environmental development of the State of São Paulo. The vulnerability of the main regional springs in the State of São Paulo, evidenced in the water crisis of 2014-2015 and in the last two years, highlighted the existing risks for the guarantee of water supply, in quantity and quality, to fully serve the population and of the productive sectors. Water insecurity can lead to the deterioration of public health and the stagnation of economic development in the State.
    In order to avoid new supply crises, it is necessary to manage water based on an integrated vision, which seeks to evaluate the technological, economic and ecological solutions available, in order to reconcile the availability of water with their respective demands.
    The integration of government public policies involved, directly and indirectly, in the exploitation of water reserves must be promoted, establishing jointly planned and executed actions, resulting from careful planning processes for the use and conservation of springs, as well as in demand management and waste reduction. the increase in water security is a guarantee of development. Therefore, it is necessary to consolidate and improve water resources governance processes through 4 pillars: Management and governance; Planning; Financing and communication and articulation

    Expected Impact

    Adaptability to climate change and expanding the flow of information to society; establish technical and institutional cooperation between the water resources management bodies in order to strengthen the implementation and effectiveness of the water resources management instruments, with integrated action and incorporation of new technologies´; Promoting the integration of the State Water Resources Policy with related public policies (Basic Sanitation, Climate Change, Energy, Agribusiness, Economic Development, Land Use and Occupation, among others), aiming at integrated planning in hydrographic basins; Integrate state policies and plans for water resources and basic sanitation, providing for the use of common goals and indicators related to improving the quality of water and the efficiency of its uses; Restructure FEHIDRO's management process, increasing agility, effectiveness and transparency; develop indicators aimed at demonstrating the effectiveness of FEHIDRO's investments and the results achieved; Structuring a communication plan, including campaigns that highlight the value and importance of water, how it is managed for the daily life of the population of São Paulo, as well as demonstrating the importance of water in sustainable development;
    Promote actions in support of the mobilization of Mayors and Deputies to strengthen their participation in discussions and decisions within the scope of SIGRH; Create institutional space aimed at the integration of sectoral policies related to water management, with the participation of State Secretariats;
    Adopt clear, appropriate and accessible language for everyone and the promotion of educommunication as communication strategies for society.

    Partners

    Basin Committees
    São Paulo Basin Committees Forum
    State Water Resources Fund (FEHIDRO)

    Goal 6

    Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

    Goal 6

    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

    Name Description
    establish technical and institutional cooperation between the water resources management bodies
    Promoting the integration of the State Water Resources Policy with related public policies (Basic Sanitation, Climate Change, Energy, Agribusiness, Economic Development, Land Use and Occupation, among others), aiming at integrated planning in hydrographi
    Structuring a communication plan, including campaigns that highlight the value and importance of water, how it is managed for the daily life of the population of São Paulo, as well as demonstrating the importance of water in sustainable development
    Financing (in USD)
    State Water Resources Fund (FEHIDRO)
    Financing (in USD)
    State Water Resources Fund (FEHIDRO)
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    Timeline
    15 February 2016 (start date)
    30 March 2024 (date of completion)
    Entity
    Fundação Agência da Bacia Hidrográfica do Alto Tietê - FABHAT
    SDGs
    Region
    1. Latin America and the Caribbean
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    Contact Information

    Hélio, CEO