A lack of access to clean water is a major global issue, but at the same time, it's also a field receiving mass attention, research and innovation. Above is a cluster featuring clean water innovations from around the world that focus on a wide range of issues including disaster relief, sustainable solutions for supplying clean water to the majority world, new water purifying technologies, and designs that may help make water available in desert regions.
The cluster includes current products and systems already in place, concept designs, keynotes on clean water innovations, and profiles of organizations and businesses that have incorporated water-related social innovation into their purpose.
Along with the rise of awareness for the lack of clean water in the world has come an increased focus on providing solutions for this urgent social issue. These innovations are coming from independent designers, student competitions, charities and organizations devoted to finding a solution, and from top minds at global research institutes.
Best of all, we're seeing an increase in products and services that allow everyday consumers to give back and support the solution process, ranging from taking part in crowdsourced fundraising platforms to purchasing products from social businesses like Project Living Well and Wunderwasser.
34 Clean Water Innovations
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Sustainable Hipster Fashion
'Threads for Thought' is Eco and Donates Proceeds for Good
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Cause-Conscious Clothing
United by Blue Removes One Pound of Trash from Oceans for Every Item Sold
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Philanthropic Eco Canteens
The Dopper Water Bottle Helps You, Others and the Earth
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Matt Johnson, Founder of Project: Living Well (INTERVIEW)
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Drought-Fighting Devices
Airdrop Irrigation Concept Alleviates Challenging Agricultural Conditions
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Do-Good Reward Products
Project Living Well Gets You to Serve Locally, Give Water Globally
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Charitable Social Media Books
WaterForward Allows You to Donate Money in the Name of a Friend
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Clothes That Buy Water
Each Project Migration Shirt Gives 5 Years of H2O, Medical Aid
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Like-for-Like Businesses
'One' Products Fund Similar Items in the Developing World
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Altruistic Aqua Branding
Wunderwasser Packaging Puts its Intentions Front and Center
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Two-Minute Water Purifiers
The Pure Water Bottle Produces Clean Water in Minimal Time
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Socially Conscious Arm Bands
Mud Love Charity Bracelets the New Silly Bandz of 2012
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Saving the World's Water
Charles Fishman Discusses Why Society Must Take a New Approach to Water
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Goodwill Sun-Powered Lights
WAKAWAKA Solar LED Aims to Bring Africa Out of the Dark
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Clean Water Breakthroughs
MIT Creates Desalination Chip That Can Produce Drinkable Water
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Solar-Powered Water Filters
The Trunz Water Systems 200 Provides Clean Water on No Fuel
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Selling Healthy Resources
Sameer Kalwani Aims to Provide People in India with Safe Drinking Water
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Airborne Aqua Collectors
The Skydrops System Amasses H2O Using Eco-Friendly Tech
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Solar-Powered Water Purifiers
Swedish 'Solvatten' Ensures Sipping Safety
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Social Mission Totes
Cause Boutique Promotes a Variety of Worthy Causes
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Foliage Filtering Springs
The Leaf Self-Generating Water Resource Attracts Clean H2O
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Direct Sunlight Water Disinfectants
The Eliodomestico is a Filter- and Energy-Free Water Purifier
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Museum Social Enterprises
Rainworks Omnimedia Supports Clean Water and Literacy Programs
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Life-Saving Water
Frank Water Funds Safe Drinking Water for Those in Need
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Cause-Driven Coffee
Pura Vida Empowers the Poor Through Create Good Foundation
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Joe Koenig, Founder of Three Avocados (INTERVIEW)
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Sponsor A Hippo Roller For An African Community
Hippo Roller Project
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Sustaining Rural Development
Barefoot College Supports Professionals in the Majority World
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H2O-Supporting Coffee Companies
Three Avocados Helps to Provide Clean Water in Uganda
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Crowdsourcing H2O Texts
NextDrop Uses SMS to Make Water Service More Reliable in India
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Greek God H2O Filters
The ZeusHydration Water Collector Makes Rain and Groundwater Drinkable
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Franchised H2O Solutions
Sarvajal Aims to Solve the Clean Water Problem in India
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Solar-Powered Resource Retrieving
Red Cross Solar Water Pumps Could Save Sudanese Lives
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Altruistic Auction Sites
Loffles Rewards Users for Watching Humanitarian Ads
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Watersport-Minded Concept Campers
This Camper Features Separate Wet and Dry Zones
Energy Drink Faucets
mio's TAP* Instantly Turns Water into an Energy Drink
Shifting Hydration Cup Concepts
The Conceptual Tilting Water Cup Encourages Regular Sipping
Countertop Air-to-Water Dispensers
The DrinkingMaker Atmospheric Water Dispenser is Three-in-One
Personal Water-Ionizing Bottles
The Piurify HydroGenator Bottle Infuses Water with Hydrogen
Indoor Organic Waste Gardens
The Conceptual BOSCH Eco-Hub by Batuhan Duran is Sustainable
Smart Wetland Systems
Hikvision Has Introduced Innovative Technologies to Protect Wetlands
On-The-Go Portable Water Dispensers
The Dometic GO Hydration Water Faucet is Camp-Ready
Five-in-One Water Filter Bottles
The VITALOOP Water Filtration Bottle Has a Rechargeable Design
Recycling-Friendly Pump Designs
The P&G Product Pump Design Can Be Recycled without Disassembly
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Next-Gen Hydration Bottles
air up's Award-Winning Gen2 PAB "Flavors" Water with Aromatic Pods
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Eco-Friendly Bamboo Water Bottles
The Hey Dewy HYDRATE Water Bottle is Eco-Friendly & Leak-Proof
Recycled Ocean-Bound Plastic Bottles
The Ocean Bottle's GO Bottle Pushes Sustainable Efforts
Beautified Water Filtration Systems
Beautiful by PUR Makes Water Filtration Aesthetically Pleasing
Aluminum-Packaged Water Cans
Thinkerbell and the Laneway Festival's Founder Launch a Water Product
Water-Themed Cocktail Bars
The Civil Works Cocktail Bar Debuts at the Waterworks Food Hall
Gourmet Water Bars
The AQUA Water Bar by LUQEL is a Destination for Hydration in Dubai
Portable Hydration Kits
Karma Water Launches the New Hydration Kits for Convenient Consumption
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
BYO Bottle Drink Stations
The Refilled Refiller Stations Eliminate Single-Use Packaging
Stackable Electricity-Free Water Filters
Ecofiltro's Water Filter is Thoughtfully Designed
Reusable Paper-Made Water Bottles
The 'reU' Reusable Water Bottle Concept is Recyclable
Refillable Shower Gel Systems
Wild's Shower Gel Refills are Compostable and Plastic-Free
Cutting-Edge Bathroom Designs
Kohler Debuts a Range of New Products at CES 2024 in Las Vegas
At-Home Water Treatment Systems
Cycleau Turns Wastewater into Drinking Water at Home
Atmospheric Water Generator Systems
The Genesis Systems WaterCube100 (WC-100) Will Be at CES 2024
State-of-the-Art Innovation Centers
Trane Technologies focuses on Sustainable Heating and Cooling
Angled Grip-Friendly Water Bottles
The 'M2O' Bottle Design by Michael Young is Highly Durable
Skin Barrier Support Showerheads
The Canopy Handheld Filtered Showerhead Soothes the Skin & Scalp
Crayon-Themed Water Bottles
The Crayola x S'well Collaboration Features Vibrant Bottles
3D-Printed Water Filtration Caps
Filter Caps Clean Water From a Variety of Sources
Crossbody Hydration Pack Designs
Flood Packs' Design Boasts Functionality &Minimalist Aesthetics
Canned Enhanced Water Drinks
ShineWater Transitions from Plastic Bottles to Aluminum Cans
Portable Shower Machines
Yoomiily Debuted the World's First Portable Shower and Dryer Device
Portable Hydrogen Water Generators
All-In Nutritionals Has Launched the Hydro Bottle +
Plastic-Free Hotel Amenities
ZeroWaste Global Introduces Plastic-Free Guest Amenities for Hotels
Space-Saving Hydration Solutions
Memobottle's Flat Water Bottles Revolutionize On-the-Go Drinking
Ultra-Effective Water Filter Bottles
LifeStraw's Pocket-Size Peak Solo Filter Has New Colorways
Low-Cost Water Purifiers
The Conceptual 'Edrop' Water Purifier Fits onto Any Bottle
Ocean-Bound Plastic Bottled Waters
NEO WTR Comes in a 100% Prevent Ocean Plastic Bottle
Recycled Wastewater Beers
Epic Cleantec is Upcycling Wastewater into Circular Beer
Hydrating Home Humidifiers
Hey Dewy Unveils the Wellness Humidifier for Elevated Home Experiences
Graywater-Recycling Sink Designs
The Orbital Tap by Orbital Systems Recycles Water for the Toilet
Skin-Caring Water Filters
Filterbaby 2.0 Removes 99.9% of Contaminants from Tap Water
Artful Alkaline Waters
Bored & Thirsty Champions Self-Expression & Interactive Packaging
Direct-to-Consumer Hydropanels
Source Global Seeks to Answer Impending Resource Depletion
Recycled Chlorophyll Water Bottles
Chlorophyll Water Launched 100% rPET Bottles
Refreshed Water Branding Identities
Flow Beverage Corp. Announces Its Evolved Brand Identity
Tennis Court Water Stations
The Evian Refill Water System Will Be at Wimbledon
Bladder-Equipped Hydration Shirts
Vessel Althetics Debuts the Innovative 'Hydroshirt' for Runners
Pop-Up Sensory Showers
Dove's South Bank Activation Spotlights MicroMoisture Technology
Functional Effervescent Drink Ranges
SmartSoda Brilliant Life Drinks are Made with Alkaline Water
Flexibly Filtered Water Dispensers
The 'Waterdrop A1' Dispenses Both Hot & Cold Purified Water
Creative Constellation Water Bottles
The Evian x Coperni Bottle Invites People to "Look Closer"
Infusing Water Purifiers
The 'Bello' is a Countertop Water Purifier with Flavor-Infusing Functions
Refined Dishwasher Faucets
The Grifo-A Sliding Faucet by Shubh Wadel Optimizes User Experience
Accessible Shower Designs
The Showee Eco-Smart Shower Revolutionizes the Showering Experience
Eco-Minded Millennial Ads
Coors Seltzer's 'Call to Inaction' Campaign Aims to Save Water
Bulbous Clay-Made Water Filters
The Biologique Water Filter Comes in Two Size Options
Food Waste Bioplastics Factories
Agrorenew is Transforming Watermelon Waste into Bioplastics
Kitchen Water Purifiers
Bluewater's Kitchen Station 1 Removes Toxins & Enhances Tap Water
Drone-Powered Plastic Waste Clean-Ups
Coca-Cola & Pollution Probe Partner for the Planet
Outdoor Water Sink Stations
Weltrevee Presents the New Contemporary Waterworks Outdoor Sink
Beautifying Humidifiers
Kaltech Made a First-of-Its-Kind Beauty Humidifier with Dual-Filter Tech
Water-Soluble E-Waste Solutions
Pentaform Presents the Potential E-Waste Solution with Aquafade
Award-Winning Housing Designs
Hong-En Lin Emphasizes the Importance of Clean Water Access
Intelligent Bathroom Bathing Systems
The LG Smart Bath and Shower Purifier Refreshes Bathers
Double-Filtered Drinking Water
FloeWater Shares a Taste of Next-Gen Filtration Technology
High-Speed Water Filters
The Waterdrop ED01 Electric Water Filter Pitcher Reduces 30 Contaminants
Solar Rainwater-Storing Roofs
Researchers in the Netherlands are Developing 'Blue-Green Roofs'
Sustainable Bamboo Water Taps
Gessi Haute Culture Presented the Jacqueline Collection
AI-Powered Leak-Detecting Tools
'Wint' is Creating an AI Solution to Reduce Water Waste
Health-Conscious Sparkling Beverages
Cloud Water Unveils New Products and a Fresh Brand Makeover
Powered Pitcher-Style Water Purifiers
The PIURIFY ALCHEMY is Speedy and Long-Lasting
Modular Bathroom Solutions
Prefabricated Pods Streamline Construction and Improve Quality
Organic Water Quality Testers
The 'Colores del Rio' by Melissa Ortiz is Made from Red Cabbage
Healthy Hydration Skincare
Versed's Hydration Collection is a Simple Solution for Comfortable Skin
Self-Powered Shower Heads
UNG's Water Enhancer Harnesses Electrical Power from Water Pressure
Revamped Alkaline Water Packaging
Perfect Hydration Alkaline Water Unveils its its New Rebrand
Hydration-Enhancing Training Concepts
hDrop Technologies Inc. Has Unveiled hDrop™ Sweat Zones
Highly Portable Filtration Straws
LifeStraw Sip Filters Bacteria, Microplastics and More
Reusable Packaging Sparkling Waters
PATH Sparkling Flavored Water Comes in Aluminum Bottles
Water-Powered Family Residences
Studio Bark Unveils its Plans for the Breach House Design
Water Connection Architectural Installations
Grohe Installs the Aquatecture Exhibition in Milan
Beautifying Filtered Showerheads
Canopy Launched Its Filtered Showerhead at Sephora
Sustainable Reusable Baby Bottles
Pura Debuted an Innovative Bottle Design for Babies
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Upgraded Water Filtration Systems
Brita Upgrades Its Elite™ Filter, Supercharging Its Capabilities
Sophisticated Drinking Vessels
The b, halfmoon Eau Carafe is Elegantly Curved for Comfort
Compatibly Compact Water Filters
This Filter Works In Conjunction With the 'Purist' Cycling Bottle
Fluid Intake Regulating Services
Aquarate Launched the 'Hydracare' Ecosystem for Patient Hydration
Low-Waste Sustainable Spritzes
The Sustainable Spritz Eliminates the Need for Single-Use Glasses
Functional Aluminum-Packaged Waters
Water Almighty Has Seven Added Minerals and Electrolytes
Waterless Smart Cleaning Stations
The 3i Intelligent Cleaning Station Was Introduced at CES 2024
Low-Waste Shopping Solutions
ASDA, Avery Berkel & Hanshow are Enhancing Sustainability in the UK
Eco-Conscious Rain-Harvesting Headwear
Mijoda Dajomi Created the Daughters of Rain Series
Ready-to-Drink Seawater Cartons
Mineral-Rich Deep Water is Packaged in a Plastic Alternative
Sustainable Hospitality Cleaning Solutions
Kärcher India Leads Sustainable Cleaning in Hospitality
Plant-Based Bioplastic Bags
Chemolex Makes Bioplastic Bags from Invasive Water Hyacinths
Iced Tea Water Enhancers
These New waterdrop Microdrinks Come in Three Flavors
Redesigned Sparkling Water Collaborations
Perrier's Bottle Design Was Updated for Its Anniversary
Fully Integrated Smart Showers
The Power Shower Head Features Motion Sensors and Voice Controls
Water-Saving Textile Printers
TRUE BLUE TEXTILE Highlights Kyocera's FOREARTH Printer
Sustainable Ocean-Made Bottles
NEO WTR Launches the New 100% Prevented Ocean Plastic Bottles
Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations
Dutch Invertuals Creates the Flow Fountain Installation
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Eco-Conscious Self-Care Gift Sets
Fountain of Waters Presents Its Special Set of Gifts for Her
Rental Bathroom Amenity Projects
Sojo and Clean the World Revolutionize Rental Amenities Recycling
Sustainable Ocean Plastic Bottles
Lidl Utilizes Prevented Ocean Plastic for its New Bottle Designs
App-Enabled Water Dispensers
Xiaomi Debuts the Sleek 'Mijia Instant Hot Water Dispenser'
Agriculture Water Treatment Systems
Clear Comfort Unveils CCW2000 Series for Water Efficiency
Replenishing Mineral Water Campaigns
Crazy Water's Crazy Dry January Makes Not Drinking Fun
Diminutive Water Disinfection Systems
The 'PearlAqua Micro A' Offers Robust UV-C LED Disinfection
Advanced Molecular-Recycling Bottles
Air up and Eastman Launch a Drinking Bottle with Tritan Renew
Hydration Tracking Tools
Water Watch Simplifies Tracking Daily Water Intake with Bottle Units
Sustainably Packaged Cleaning Products
Windex Offers a Multi-Surface Cleaner with Vinegar
Miniature Water Filtration Straws
LifeStraw Unveils the New Peak Solo for Clean Drinking Water
Carbon-Capturing Hydrogen Fuel Plants
Equatic Removes CO2 from Water and Air to Produce Hydrogen
Water- Purifying Showerhead Designs
QNET Debuts the Ultra-Innovative HomePure Rayn
Clean Water CSR Campaigns
The Give Water, Give Health Campaign Provides Clean Water for Thousands
Climate-Friendly Waterfront Homes
From 4 to 1 Creates Three Pavilions in Copenhagen
Cold Therapy Water Systems
The SILIENT Cold Water System Has an App-Connected Design
Educational Water Campaigns
Suntory Boasts the Mizuiku-Education Program for Children
Automatic Water Filter Pitchers
PIURIFY ALCHEMY Presents a Water Purifying Solution
Ice Machine Sanitizing Systems
Ozone Technology Revolutionizes Commercial Ice Machine Hygiene
Water Purification Shower Heads
The 'SHOWR' Shower Head Filter System Has an NSF42 Filter
Accessible Floating Public Pools
+ POOL Can Be Utilized in Bodies of Water Around the City
Child-Focused Handwashing Ads
Lifebuoy Continues Global Handwashing Campaign, H for Handwashing
Waterless Boat-Cleaning Products
Sea Clean UK Launches a Line of Waterless Boat Cleaners
Water Filtering Pitcher Concepts
The Tranquil Osoi Pitcher Concept is Designed for Kinto
Sustainable Water Equity Funds
Candriam Unveils a New Water Conservation Fund for Businesses
Water Flow-Inspired Art Buildings
MAD Designs the Waterfront Nanhai Arts Center in Guangdong
Global Handwashing Campaigns
World Health Organization Introduces the World Hand Hygiene Day 2023
Sleek Mineral-Rich Water Systems
The X16 is the Latest to Join the Waterdrop X Series
Eco-Friendly Hydration Expansions
Santeco's Hydration Line Launches Into the Malaysian Market
Mineralizing Water-Sanitizing Carbonators
Carbon8 One-Touch Sparkling Water Maker is Bottle-Free
Ocean Plastic-Made Bottles
Cheddar Spring Water Supplies its Ocean Plastic Bottles to NEO WTR
Community Water Access Points
Paulo Moreira Architectures Completes the Luanda Waterpoints