A Mission-Oriented Approach to Governing Our Global Water Challenges and Opportunities

The Global Commission on the Economics of Water calls for systemic, mission-oriented action to address the global water crisis by protecting the hydrological cycle, tackling water challenges through five key missions—transforming food systems, protecting and restoring natural habitats, promoting a circular economy, enhancing water efficiency, and ensuring universal access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)—and prioritizing efficiency, equity, and sustainability. Author: Mariana Mazzucato. UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (IIPP) Policy Brief No.3 Published: 15 January 2025 Source: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/bartlett/public-purpose/publications/2025/jan/mission-oriented-approach-governing-our-global-water-challenges