World Water Day

World Water Day is observed every year on 22 March. It was established by the UN to highlight the importance of freshwater access, conservation, and sustainable water use. It’s an excellent awareness opportunity for you to bring sustainability to life in a building context.

Raising awareness of the importance of freshwater and promoting sustainable water use.

Cost-Neutral

• Share key facts about global water scarcity and tips for saving water at home/work

• Invite tenants to write small commitments (e.g., shorter showers, turning taps off) on a communal board.

• Run a quick water-saving quiz with fun facts.

Mid-Range

• Set up a flavoured water station (cucumber, lemon, mint) to encourage hydration without single-use bottles.

• Offer branded or plain reusable water bottles to tenants.

• Have a table with info from water charities and sustainability groups.

Top-Range

•  Invite a sustainability expert to talk about water conservation, oceans, or climate change.

• Fundraise for clean water projects (e.g., WaterAid) via a sponsored event or tenant challenge.