Independent Impact Evaluation of the AWS System – Phase Two: Good Water Governance ~ Full Report
This is the full report of an independent study that examines how the AWS System supports improvements in water governance, one of the five core outcomes of the AWS Standard.
Independent Impact Evaluation of the AWS System – Phase Two: Good Water Governance ~ Summary Report
This report is a summary version of an independent study that examines how the AWS System supports improvements in water governance, one of the five core outcomes of the AWS Standard.
Introduction to Membership: Start your water stewardship journey here
This brochure tells Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Members, and prospective members, about AWS, its mission and values; explains what water stewardship is; and highlights the many benefits membership can bring to your organisation.
Guide to Water Risk and Stewardship
In partnership with The Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), this resource offers companies in the technology sector a practical checklist to help companies understand water risks and get started with water stewardship. It underscores the importance of place-based action grounded in data that addresses shared and localised water risk. This report is part of a series […]
AWS Global Water Stewardship Forum Overview Report
The 2025 AWS Global Water Stewardship Forum included nearly 270 registered delegates, representing over 150 organisations from across 38 countries. During the 2025 AWS Forum, we gained insights and learned from those working on water stewardship in the private and public sectors, and civil society organisations. To learn more about the sessions and key takeaways, […]
AWS Performance Monitoring Report
The AWS Performance Monitoring Report is a comprehensive assessment of AWS’s achievements, learnings and plans for the future.
Water Stewardship in Data Centres
This report is the third in a series by the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) that explores the impact of technology company value chains on water resources. Building on previous AWS publications, Water Risk in the ICT Sector: The Case for Action (2021) and Water Strategy in the ICT Sector: Steps to Start your Water […]
AWS Standard and NPWI ambition
This paper provides information for corporations about the links and interoperability of the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard V2.0 and the CEO Water Mandate Net Positive Water Impact (NPWI) ambition.
AWS Collective Action Accelerator: Overview for Brands and Retailers
This brochure gives an overview of the AWS Collective Action Accelerator for brands and retailers that are interested in supporting and participating in an AWS Collective Action Accelerator. It provides information on the steps in the process and the benefits.
AWS Collective Action Accelerator: Overview for Participating Sites
This brochure gives an overview of the AWS Collective Action Accelerator for sites that have been nominated to participate. It provides information on the steps in the process and benefits, and answers some frequently asked questions.