Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard

Indian use case

Indian beverage, textile, pharma and IT sites in water-stressed catchments (Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka) are common adopters. Frequently cited in CDP Water and BRSR Principle 6 narrative.

Key points

• Five outcomes: good water governance, sustainable balance, good status, IWRAs, WASH.
• Independent third-party audit and certification.
• Aligned with CDP Water disclosure expectations.

Sources

• Alliance for Water Stewardship