How Water Poverty Affects Mexico's Wallets
Water Poverty (WP) and Multidimensional Poverty in Mexico pose significant challenges for sustainable development. Combining indices like WPI and HPI can guide policies to ensure equitable water access, human development, and improved quality of life for all citizens.
Over the past three decades, the issue of sustainable development and poverty, particularly in relation to water, has posed an ongoing challenge for both developed and developing nations. A complex phenomenon known as Water Poverty (WP) has emerged, impacting countries and households alike. The concept of Water Poverty considers various factors, including demographics, water availability and quality, and the capacity to afford and manage water sustainably.
The consequences of Water Poverty are far-reaching, affecting the quality of life, health, economy, and overall sustainable development of communities. Households spending between 3% and 5% of their income on water and sewerage bills fall under water poverty, further exacerbating their socio-economic situation.
