This proposal cites waiting for water, poor water quality, and cost of water, as well as lack of facilities, unhealthy habits and disposing of personal waste and other conditions as major problems. The team recommends development of aqua stations, or local businesses to serve as convenience stores, toilets, water storage and tanks, and to provide water refiller tools. Much like a petroleum station, aqua stops scattered throughout the community may help to increase sales, empower the local community through job creation, and to increase financing opportunities through product sales.
Reach 100 Million People in 5 years: Aqua Station
Challenges: Extension of water grid, Improper Sanitation, Lack of public toilets , Affordability, Waiting for Water, General Access, Existing Solutions, Infrastructure, Lack of Education and Awareness, Financing, Water Quality, Access, Understanding of key issues (sanitation and hygiene)
Solutions: Partnership Building, Entrepreneuship Focused, Community Level Solution, Entrepreneurship Focused, Water Access Points (public or private taps), Infrastructure Construction, Economic and Commercial, Business-Led, Water Mains, Social, Service and Delivery, Gender Focused, Water Access Points
