• instil and reward the concept of water stewardship across the entire water management cycle, in order to …
• deliver environmental, economic and social benefits from improved water management practices …
• by creating positive partnerships between water authorities, landholders, industry and governments, …
• by establishing internationally recognised standards, …
• and by enabling existing regulatory and certification structures to implement best practice compliance programs …
• that will drive public awareness and create competitive advantage for responsible water users.

WSI will build on the experience of Forest Stewardship Council, Marine Stewardship Council and other established steward and compliance schemes.

The WSI is an independent entity that aims to bring together the widest possible forum of stakeholders to share in development of global water stewardship principles and practices.

Read more about Multi-Stakeholder Engagement.