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SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
The Impact Project
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
Greg Kopp – Extreme Weather Engineer
Greg’s work on tornado-resistant housing and climate-resilient infrastructure contributes to disaster preparedness, which includes protecting water and sanitation systems during extreme weather events. His research supports SDG 6’s focus on resilient infrastructure and water safety.
Tarun Katapally – Digital Health for Equity Researcher
Tarun’s work with the DEPtH Lab uses mobile technology to gather real-time data from citizens in remote and Indigenous communities. His research includes monitoring the health impacts of climate change, such as flooding and water contamination, and developing tools to predict and manage water-related disasters. This directly supports SDG 6’s goals around water quality, risk reduction, and equitable access to safe water.
Egide Kalisa – Environmental Health Scientist
Egide’s work in Rwanda addresses air pollution, but his broader environmental health research includes community-based monitoring of environmental hazards. His “Breathe Easy” initiative empowers schoolchildren to measure and respond to pollution, correlated with poor sanitation and water quality in low-resource settings. His grassroots, educational approach to environmental health aligns with SDG 6’s emphasis on community engagement and sustainable environmental practices.
Tima Bansal – Sustainability and Strategy Expert
Through Innovation North, Tima works with industries to promote sustainable practices, including soil health and biodiversity, which are closely tied to water conservation and sustainable agriculture. Her systems-thinking approach supports long-term water sustainability.
Diane-Laure Arjaliès – Sustainable Finance Researcher
Diane-Laure’s work advances nature-based solutions through innovative sustainable finance. Through initiatives such as the Deshkan Ziibi Conservation Impact Bond, her research supports the restoration and protection of natural habitats in southwestern Ontario, helping strengthen ecosystems and watersheds that contribute to clean and resilient water systems.