Water Management services
Introduction
In today's climate of heightened environmental scrutiny and resource scarcity, effective water management has become a strategic imperative for organizations. Prudent stewardship of this precious shared resource is not only essential for mitigating operational risks and driving efficiency, but also crucial for building trust and credibility with customers, regulators, and the wider stakeholder group.
Bureau Veritas is proud to support organizations on their water sustainability journey. Our water management services empower companies to implement best practices, continuously improve performance, and build trust with stakeholders through independent verification. We offer certification and verification to internationally recognized standards that provide a structured framework for assessing, optimizing, and transparently reporting on water management activities.
- Water Footprint - ISO 14046: Bureau Veritas offers verification for water footprint assessment of products, processes and organizations in line with ISO 14046. Our services validate the principles, requirements and guidelines followed for conducting and reporting credible water footprint based on a life cycle assessment approach.
- Water Efficiency Management System - ISO 46001: Bureau Veritas provides certification services to help organizations implement and get recognized for their water efficiency management system as per ISO 46001 requirements. This includes assessment of water use monitoring, measurement, documentation, reporting practices and personnel training.
Sectors:
The Water Management service is applicable to a wide range of sectors and is available globally, as Bureau Veritas has a strong international presence with a network of experts and laboratories across the world.
Success story
Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, empowered Veolia's sustainable water management initiatives worldwide through a strategic partnership. Bureau Veritas provided comprehensive services, including assessments, inspections, diagnostics, consulting, and certifications for Veolia's water treatment facilities, equipment, and management systems. Leveraging its expertise and global network, Bureau Veritas ensured Veolia's pioneering solutions in wastewater treatment, desalination, and biobased technologies met the highest standards. This collaboration enabled Bureau Veritas to validate Veolia's responsible, innovative water practices and drive its ecological transformation journey as an environmental stewardship leader.
Challenges
Water is essential for business operations, yet it is also a finite and precious resource. Businesses and industries across the globe account for 19 % of global water withdrawals. Poor water management practices can lead to significant financial and reputational risks, with water-related issues estimated to have cost businesses a staggering $425 billion globally in 2020 alone .
As water scarcity intensifies globally, responsible water stewardship has become a strategic priority worldwide. By proactively managing their water use, entities can reduce environmental impact, drive operational efficiencies, and demonstrate sustainability leadership. Several standards such as ISO 14046 and ISO 46001 can help businesses track and report on their water footprint, uncover water challenges and risks, maintain water quality and provide transparent water governance.
With Bureau Veritas' Water Management Solutions, organizations can track performance, mitigate risks, and report transparently through recognized standards and frameworks.
WHY Bureau Veritas
With experts across 140 countries, Bureau Veritas delivers high value-added services meeting stringent quality and safety standards globally. Our extensive network, deep expertise, and commitment to innovation, digitalization, and sustainability empower Bureau Veritas to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to local contexts. Organizations partnering with Bureau Veritas gain a trusted ally with unmatched resources and capabilities to drive operational excellence, mitigate risks, and foster sustainable growth.
