A Water Toolbox or Best Practice Guide of Actions: A Contribution from the UN-Water Conference on 'Water in the Green Economy in Practice: Towards Rio+20"

This report presents a water toolbox developed as an output of the United Nations Water Conference on water in the green economy, aiming to support sustainable development and poverty eradication through practical actions and policy instruments. It examines priority issues in agriculture, industry, cities and watersheds, outlining associated challenges and response approaches. The document proposes six integrated tools: economic instruments, financing, investment in natural capital, technology, green jobs and water planning, supported by enabling conditions such as institutional capacity and good governance. Drawing on case studies and lessons from implementation, it highlights mechanisms for improving efficiency, mobilising resources, protecting ecosystems and strengthening participatory governance.