World Water Day: The Importance of Safe, Clean Water for All
Today marks the United Nations’ annual World Water Day, a day where people around the world come together to raise awareness about the importance of clean water and advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. This year’s theme is “Valuing Water,” which highlights the vital role that water plays in our daily lives, our economy, and our ecosystems.
Access to clean water is a basic human right and is essential for the survival and well-being of all individuals. Unfortunately, billions of people around the world still do not have access to clean water, with many having to rely on unsafe and contaminated sources. This lack of access to clean water has significant health, economic, and social impacts on individuals and communities, especially in developing countries.
Unsafe water and poor sanitation are the leading causes of waterborne diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and diarrhea, which account for 1.2 million deaths annually. Furthermore, contaminated water sources can also lead to the spread of other diseases, such as COVID-19, which has highlighted the critical importance of access to clean water and adequate sanitation facilities.
The negative impacts of the lack of access to clean water extend beyond health concerns. Limited access to clean water can also hinder economic growth and development, particularly for women and girls. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by the water crisis, as they are often responsible for collecting water, which can take hours each day, limiting their access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Given the importance of clean water, it is crucial to ensure that freshwater resources are managed sustainably, and all individuals have access to safe and contamination-free water. In response to water quality issues around the world, Kraken Sense has developed the KRAKEN, a pathogen-sensing platform that monitors water quality in real-time. The device autonomously samples any water source and continuously monitors for harmful pathogens in real-time, providing instantaneous updates on potential contamination and other water quality issues.
Traditional water monitoring methods are often time-consuming and expensive, requiring samples to be sent to a laboratory for analysis. KRAKEN makes water quality monitoring more accessible and efficient by monitoring water quality on-site and in real-time, allowing for early detection of water quality issues and timely intervention. The device is also portable and easy to use, making it suitable for use in areas where access to laboratory facilities is limited.
World Water Day reminds us of the critical role that water plays in our lives, our economy, and our ecosystems. Access to clean water is essential, and we must work towards the sustainable management of freshwater resources and ensuring that all individuals have access to safe and contamination-free water. The KRAKEN real-time pathogen detection device is an innovative solution that can help in achieving this goal. By providing real-time data on water quality, the KRAKEN can support decision-making and interventions that will ensure the safety and sustainability of water sources for generations to come.
About Kraken Sense
Kraken Sense develops all-in-one pathogen detection solutions to accelerate time to results by replacing lab testing with a single field-deployable device. Our proprietary device, the KRAKEN, has the ability to detect bacteria and viruses down to 1 copy/mL. It has already been applied for epidemiology detection in wastewater and microbial contamination testing in food processing, among many other applications. Our team of highly-skilled Microbiologists and Engineers tailor the system to fit individual project needs. To stay updated with our latest articles and product launches, follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram, or sign up for our email newsletter. Discover the potential of continuous, autonomous pathogen testing by speaking to our team.