CLEAN International mobilizes and evaluates innovative, environmentally sustainable solutions for clean water and sanitation through ongoing education, partnerships, and evaluation in order to save and improve lives worldwide. Through partnerships with international and local corporations and organizations, CLEAN International identifies and designs sustainable projects that make a lasting difference for the future of water and for communities in need. All projects are beneficial for the local community, sustainable, impactful, measurable, monitored, and evaluated over time. CLEAN International specializes in customizing projects to meet climate, water and WASH goals worldwide. Through analysis of specific regions, watersheds and communities, CLEAN works alongside local and international specialists to design and scale large-scale projects that will have a positive impact for communities and for water, today and in the future.
From the implementation of smart technology like leak-detection and smart irrigation to large-scale lake and well restorations, CLEAN focuses on conserving large amounts of water in measurable ways. Alongside water replenishment goals, CLEAN works with partners to identify co-benefits of all projects and implement additional WASH infrastructure and education. From the implementation of rainwater harvesting systems at schools with built-in hygiene stations to the replacement of old faucets and leaking pipes across cities, from the restoration of peatland to the implementation of WASH infrastructure and education, there are so many innovative, positive ways to make a large and meaningful difference for water and communities in need. Projects often have multiple co-benefits and CLEAN outlines and measures these impacts in reference to each of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
CLEAN International implements various water filtration technologies such as ceramic filters, biosand filters, and UV purification systems to provide safe and clean drinking water to communities. These systems are cost-effective and sustainable for long-term use. The organization drills wells and boreholes in regions with no access to water, ensuring that communities can access groundwater for daily use. These systems are often coupled with hand pumps or solar-powered pumps to make water retrieval easier. In areas with seasonal rainfall, CLEAN International installs rainwater harvesting systems. These systems collect and store rainwater, providing a sustainable source of water during dry seasons. CLEAN International builds eco-friendly sanitation solutions such as composting toilets and community latrines to improve hygiene and reduce contamination. These facilities are constructed with sustainable materials and are designed to be long-lasting. The organization runs educational programs focused on hygiene, water conservation, and sanitation. By teaching communities how to maintain their water systems and practice safe hygiene, they promote sustainable habits that reduce waterborne diseases. CLEAN International promotes techniques like drip irrigation and soil moisture management to help farmers use water more efficiently, reducing waste and improving crop yields. CLEAN International raises awareness globally about water scarcity, sanitation issues, and the need for sustainable water management through advocacy and educational outreach programs.
