Water Quality and Storage

According to the Centers for Disease Control, because contaminated water is a major cause of illness and death, water quality is a determining factor in human poverty, education, and economic opportunities. Unfortunately, worldwide water quality is declining, threatening the health of ecosystems and humans worldwide. Safe water storage is also integral to ensuring water quality. Resources available in this sub-theme include guidance on maintenance for water tank storage, country water quality assessments, among other resources that support WASH storage and water quality.

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Water Quality and Storage Resources

Water Treatment Equipment Testing Related to Barangay Water Program

Published: 
April 1, 1980
U.S. Agency for International Development
Two teams of investigators sought sites in the Philippine Islands where selected water-disinfection devices could be installed for evaluation. Selection criteria were based on the need for disinfection, technical, political, and logistical considerations. It is concluded that the specific...Read more
Regional focus: 
PhilippinesEast Asia and Pacific

Evaluation of Rural Water Supply Project Using the Coconut Fiber/Burnt Rice Husks Filter (Frankel Filter) in the Bicol River Basin, Philippines

Published: 
April 1, 1977
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report describes the results of a six month monitoring program by the Bicol River Basin Development Program (BRBDP) covering the operation of three pilot coconut fiber/burnt rice husks filters (known as the Frankel Filter Project) in the barrios of Balagbag, Milaor; San Francisco (Bawa),...Read more
Regional focus: 
PhilippinesEast Asia and Pacific

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