Why water and hygiene should be a core business strategy, access to clean drinking water only delivers economic benefits when paired with reliable service delivery and proper hygiene practices. Service providers keep communities hydrated and healthy by working continuously to expand and maintain access to water, sanitation, and hygiene-collectively known as WASH.
The broader socio-economic impacts are significant, especially for emerging economies. Two billion people lack access to safe drinking water and reliable services. Poor hygiene practices increase the risk of disease-causing pathogens that accumulate in our environment.
South Africans consume more water than most global counterparts-235 liters per person daily compared to the world average of 185 liters.
According to the WHO, at least two billion people use drinking water contaminated with feces. Businesses lose profits when they can’t meet demand due to reduced productivity directly linked to water and sanitation issues. Many countries lose up to 5% of their GDP as a result.
We specialize in balancing supply and demand by increasing investment in water services. This creates a shift in project planning and design that delivers positive returns on investment through increased productivity. Healthy employees miss less work, perform better, and make fewer errors. Investment in the right water solutions and complementary services generates public benefits while creating opportunities for expansion and sustainability.
MEB helps you reduce operational expenses and mitigate business risks before they occur. We maintain an exclusive portfolio of partners with market-leading technology and services. Our mission is to create attractive supplier-consumer relationships that lead to healthier business decisions, better returns, and increased disposable income for all parties.
