A global initiative towards making all drinking water lead-free by 2040

APEC's water forum, "Reducing Lead in Drinking Water Through Standardization," tackles urgent water crisis. Backed by the US and co-sponsored, the event emphasizes safe water access, compliance, and combating lead contamination. Expert panels stress collaboration's role in achieving clean water goals.

The United Nations has highlighted the global water crisis as one of the most pressing issues of our time. According to a UN report, over 3 billion people are affected by water scarcity, and the situation is expected to worsen due to climate change and population growth. The report calls for urgent action to protect water resources and ensure access to safe and clean water for all.

The UNC Water and Health Conference has been recognized by the UN as a mechanism for addressing six Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 3, 5, 6, 10, 11, and 17. The conference serves as a platform for researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers to collaborate and share knowledge on water and health issues. The conference's theme for this year is "Water and Health: Where Science Meets Policy."

The Global Commitment to eliminate lead in drinking water was launched at the 76th United Nations General Assembly. The initiative aims to provide safe drinking water to all by 2030 by removing lead pipes and other sources of contamination. The initiative brings together more than 60 countries, as well as international organizations and non-governmental organizations.