Amazon has announced its commitment to achieving net-positive water usage in India by 2027, pledging to return more water to community then it consumes in its direct operations.
Amazon aims to improve water efficiency across its Indian operations including fulfilment centres, corporate offices and data centres
Amazon has announced its commitment to achieving net-positive water usage in India by 2027, pledging to return more water to community then it consumes in its direct operations.
Speaking at the Amazon India Sustainability Summit, Kara Hurst, the company's Chief Sustainability Officer, emphasised the significance of water conservation. "Access to safe water is a basic human right yet India remains one of the most water-stressed regions in the world. Since 2020 we have supported over one million people in India with water and sanitation initiatives. Given the fast growing demand for water, our pledge to become net-positive by 2027 is a crucial next step in demonstrating our resolve,” she said.
Hurst outlined that Amazon will enhance water efficiency across its Indian operations, including fulfilment centres, corporate offices and data centres. She also highlighted that the company’s water conservation projects would focus on the regions facing severe water stress and benefit local communities. "Our latest initiative in Yamare Lake near Bengaluru and Sai Reddy lake near Hyderabad, mark a significant progress in addressing local water challenges and fostering community resilience," she added.
Abhinav Singh, Vice President of Operations at Amazon India, further stressed the urgency of tackling India's water crisis. "India accounts for 18% of the world's population but has only 4% of its water resources. According to the United Nation, climate change is set to exacerbate water stress with an increase in the frequency and intensity of floods and droughts in the country," he said.
He elaborated on Amazon's approach, stating that the company is adopting water stewardship best practices across its operations. "This means reducing water usage in all our facilities, from logistic sites to corporate offices and data centres," Singh explained. The company’s initiatives aim to address the growing water scarcity in India while setting an example for responsible water management in the corporate sector.