At the same time, we recognize that there are communities around the world struggling with water scarcity. Thus, we seek opportunities to optimize water management overall across our sites and particularly in water-stressed locations.
In 2021, we expanded our water assessments to include an analysis of water stress. Using the World Resources Institute’s Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas tool, we have mapped out and assessed our operational sites according to the level of baseline water stress of the local watershed. The tool helps us identify which of our sites are in water-stressed areas. With the data, we can monitor and take the necessary measures to better manage water consumption and mitigate water risk, particularly in the high-risk areas.