Project manager

Why WATASOL works for you

When your programmes need to ensure optimal quality and volumes of drinking water, and disinfectants for health and hygiene, WATASOL is your reliable partner.

Our local production of chlorine fits any portfolio, from country programmes through sector building to local initiatives and emergencies.

Its immediate impact, rapid installation, scalability, training options and low operating costs come with financial sustainability.

Relevant facts

An estimated 783 million people have no access to any type of improved drinking source of water, and 2.6 billion people lack access to an appropriate sanitation system.

A UNICEF study in 2008 shows that household-based interventions are about twice as effective in preventing diarrhoeal disease as improved wells, boreholes and communal stand pipes.

Chlorine is the most secure, effective and low-cost option for water treatment. When produced locally, it becomes a simple way to have immediate impact on access to safe water in small, medium and large communities.

From research to best practice

Have a look at the work of SDC and partners with WATA in Pakistan in the disinfection and distribution of drinking water, and well-cleaning programmes.

Review the progress of the Mopti project to equip 10 health centres to produce active chlorine, using their own stand-alone electricity sources.

See: Summary of WATA benefits