Today, more than 2.4 million people have access to water thanks to a unique partnership between Grundfos Pumps and World Vision, who are the largest nongovernmental provider of clean water to the developing world.
We are all very aware that handwashing – a basic hygiene activity – is one of the key control elements that has taken on a whole new meaning during the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact a study found that regular handwashing, decreases the chances of infection by 36%. Yet many people in the
developing world are denied access to this option that could help keep them safe, because of a lack of water access.
World Vision have already installed more than 1,000 Grundfos solar-powered pumps in sub-Saharan African villages in order to provide a sustained water supply. The proven, yet simple supply process involves digging a well that will serve as the community's water source, fitting the solar-powered Grundfos pumps and storing the water in an overhead tank. Pipework is then used to distribute the water to residents.
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Not only are these mechanised systems environmentally friendly and able to provide accessible water points for the community, but they are less expensive to install, than traditional boreholes.
For more information visit www.grundfos.co.uk
Grundfos Pumps Ltd
- 01525 850000
- grundfosuk@grundfos.com
- http://www.grundfos.com
- Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 4TL GB
About us
We are in the water business with you We develop water solutions for the world. We set the standard in terms of innovation, efficiency, reliability and sustainability. We are a pump company connecting with millions and millions of people every day. Our solutions help our partners and customers move water to where it is supposed to go. Providing drinking water for the smallest villages and the highest skyscrapers, treating and removing wastewater and bringing heat and comfort to the world – or cool it down if needed. Our company Innovation is at our core. Sustainability is our heart. And excellence is at the top of our minds. We are a global company with a drive to develop solutions for the world’s water challenges. We play an active part in our surrounding world.
Where we supply to
UK Ireland, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, South America, North America
Industries we supply to
Automation, Chemicals, Consultants, Components Electronics, Energy and Power, Food and Beverage, Glass Ceramics Cement, Metals and Minerals, OEM, Paper and Pulp, Pharmaceutical Cosmetics Toiletries, Plastics and Rubber, Recycling, Textiles, Tobacco, Water and Wastewater
