WaterCompass

The WaterCompass is a very practical drinking water decision support tool. It is developed in the framework of the Dutch WASH Alliance and it contains a large knowledge base with water technologies including information on the FIETS aspects (financial, institutional, environmental, technical, social). Based on a series of context factors of the project area, suitability indications are given for all technologies and methods. From the basic information, the tool gives a lot of additional explanations and external links.

Goals

To offer structured information on a wide range of water technologies
To contribute to a more objective technological selection process
To contribute to improved resilience with the application of more appropriate water technologies

Activities

Development of a water technology database for use in developing countries.
Development of suitability criteria for technology selection processes.
Full development of the online WaterCompass tool with the help of external software experts.