SDG 6 · Indicator
Freshwater withdrawal
% of available freshwater resources
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Description
The ratio between total freshwater withdrawn by all major sectors and total renewable freshwater resources, after taking into account environmental water requirements. The main sectors include agriculture, forestry and fishing, manufacturing, electricity industry, and services. This indicator is also known as the level of water stress.
Long-Term Objective
The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 12.5.
Reference
FAO