Executive Summary

Governing water globally transforms crisis into opportunity through equity and sustainability.
Chapter 01

Introduction: Transforming the world’s understanding of the economics of water
Chapter 02

The hydrological cycle as a global common good
Chapter 03

Towards a new economics of water
Chapter 04

Pushing the economics: The case for shaping markets
Chapter 05

Innovations to tackle water’s critical mission areas
Chapter 06

Partnerships, property rights, and contracts for more water justice
Chapter 07

Finance for a just and sustainable water future
Chapter 08

The governance of water utilities
Chapter 09

Harnessing data as a foundation for action
Chapter 10

Opportunities for Just Global Water Governance
Conclusions

Imprint

Organization Details 

Name: OECD Environment Directorate 

Division: Climate, Biodiversity and Water Division 

Address: 2, rue André Pascal, 75775 Paris Cedex 16, France 

Contact Information 

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About Us 

The Global Commission on the Economics of Water is committed to redefining how we value and govern water for the common good. By presenting evidence and pathways for changes in policy, business approaches, and global collaboration, we aim to support climate and water justice, sustainability, and food-energy-water security. 

For more details about our initiatives and publications, please explore our website or reach out to us directly.

Thank you for your interest in our work towards a sustainable future.

Disclaimer

The Global Commission on the Economics of Water is an independent commission. The co-chairs and the Commissioners each contributed in their personal capacities. The co-chairs took final responsibility for the contents of the Report, while Commissioners contributed actively with substantive inputs and comments. The outputs of the Global Commission (reports, executive summary, infographics, other communication materials) do not necessarily reflect in their entirety the views of the respective Commissioners or those of their respective institutions.

OECD Environment Directorate
Climate, Biodiversity and Water Division

2, rue André Pascal

75775 Paris Cedex 16

France

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