Est. 2011Shiv Nadar University
Greater Noida, India
Research Focus
Water Resources EngineeringEnvironmental SciencesPublic Policy
About
About the Hub and Partner Institutions
A joint initiative under the United Nations Academic Impact, co-chaired by Shiv Nadar University and the University of Manitoba to advance SDG 6.
Mission-Driven
Focused squarely on accelerating progress toward UN SDG 6 — clean water and sanitation for all.
Global Reach
Bridging research and practice across India, Canada and partner communities worldwide.
Knowledge Exchange
Sharing data, methods and findings openly between academics, governments and communities.
Collaborative
Co-chaired and co-created by two leading universities and their global partners.
SDG 6 Focus Areas
The six targets we work toward
6.1
Safe Drinking Water
Universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all.
6.2
Sanitation & Hygiene
Adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene, ending open defecation.
6.3
Water Quality
Improve water quality by reducing pollution and halving untreated wastewater.
6.4
Water-Use Efficiency
Increase water-use efficiency and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies.
6.5
Integrated Management
Implement integrated water resources management at all levels.
6.6
Water Ecosystems
Protect and restore water-related ecosystems and biodiversity.
Partner Institutions
Our Global Co-Chairs
Est. 2011
Est. 1877University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Canada
Research Focus
Freshwater ScienceIndigenous Water RightsClimate Adaptation