Making the case for decoupling

This chapter first examines the relationship between water use and economic growth in order to assess whether water use is increasing at a slower rate than economic growth in some countries (in other words, whether relative decoupling is already taking place) and which lessons can be learned from the development process. It then goes on to illustrate why we still need to do more and find new and additional ways to decouple water use from economic growth.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Clean Water and Sanitation