Ecolab’s positive impact on the planet is multiplied through the work we do with our customers and partners. While we actively work to minimise our total water and carbon footprints, Ecolab’s innovative water- and energy solutions and services help customers conserve freshwater and avoid greenhouse gas emissions in their own operations.

Working toward a 100% positive future requires a collective effort — it is a mindset that propels our associates, customers and communities forward. Our 2030 Impact Goals reflect our ongoing dedication to our vision for a thriving world. Our 2030 Impact Goals showcase our global team’s dedication to helping customers maximise business outcomes at the highest rate of return while making a positive impact on water, climate, food and health.

As a result of climate change, France has undergone significant changes in its water cycle with more frequent droughts and changes in rainfall patterns. These changes affect many sectors, including agriculture, energy, leisure and industry. To meet these challenges, the French government launched a series of measures which aim at redefining its water management policy, reducing water consumption and improving efficiency . In the short term, France’s objective is to prepare for next summer and avoid drinking water cuts as far as possible. In the longer term, it plans to achieve 10% water savings in all sectors by 2030.
According to Ecolab’s research, French adults are indeed more worried about all environmental issues than other Europeans, especially clean/safe water and its accessibility. In fact, half of French consumers say they have stopped purchasing products due to the amount of water it takes to manufacture the product – a stronger stance than German and British consumers (39% and 31% respectively).

This makes France the only country where adults consider reducing water consumption in their top three (one third chose reducing water consumption along with reducing energy consumption as top priorities). The government and manufacturers are clearly identified by French consumers as being responsible for funding water conservation efforts (with 88% of respondents agreeing).

“With the current threat of water scarcity, we see many initiatives in France to manage risks pro-actively.”, Ecolab’ Vice-President in France Thierry Troudet commented. “The Ecolab Watermark Study clearly shows that consumers expect both the government and manufacturers to act on this. That is why we will continue to work closely with our customers to better manage this precious natural resource."