Do you know the list of countries with the cleanest water in the world? What’s the importance of having a great supply of clean water anyway? Water is one of our primary needs. We are made up of 60% water. Drinking clean water is important too, this is to maintain the individual systems in our body functions and water helps sustain our temperature. Polluted water is deadly, and it’s obviously not just dirty water but is lethal to our body. Millions of people die each year because of cholera and disease related to unclean and unsafe drinking of water. This is our reason of unveiling the top countries with the safest and cleanest water in the world so they can serve as a role model when it comes to developing sanitary water. Moreover, just as our post about the 10 countries with the cleanest air in the world implies, having access to clean water signifies a strong economic status and high living standards of a country.
We identify each country in our list to have the 4 essentials when it comes to having clean water: quantity, quality, cost, and reliability. As we mentioned earlier, we can expect the country to be rich and economically healthy if they have the unlimited resource of safe and clean water.
We’ll not hold you for long, here are the top 10 ideal countries for having the cleanest water in the world:
11. Singapore
The ‘Lion City’ is the only Asian country that made it to our list. Singapore only started to treat its wastewater a few years ago by using advanced methods of purification and micro-filtration. Yet, they are already making a huge impact and establishing its name in the top rank countries in having the cleanest water in the world.
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10. France
The wastewater management of this state is almost close to 100% and it gives the citizens flawless drinking and usage. Though, the country is encountering problems about its nature, security of aquatic resources and formation of marine boundaries, the management and marine life protection groups are working their best to save France’s biodiversity.
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9. Colombia
Colombia is one of the countries with the cleanest water in the world. The water management assures the people of Colombia to produce only clean drinking water and the wastewater is treated and used in agriculture. Colombia is also rich in flowers and coffee, that is why water is needed so it won’t affect the local produce.
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8. Latvia
The management of wastewater, high-standard facilities, quality of drinking water, and manipulation of aquatic resources are truly amazing in Latvia. The tap water in the country is safe to drink. You can enjoy swimming in the clean and cool water of Latvia’s beaches!
7. New Zealand
New Zealand is not only prominent in importing different kinds of cheese; it is still operating for their carbon dioxide release management and preservation of their marine area. Plus points that will make you adore New Zealand more are its wastewater administration and high standards of drinking water. New Zealand owns dirt-free lakes as well!
6. Austria
Austria kills the 6th spot with the cleanest water in the world. The way they handle their agriculture is commendable and the way they conserve their water resources is highly methodical. Until now, they continue to develop their wastewater treatment to improve the quality of water they distribute nationwide.
5. Costa Rica
Industries in this country apply international eco-friendly values and its wastewater is administered as well. Almost all of the wastewater goes to the treatment process of converting it to clean water. Although Costa Rica ranked 5th in our list, they are moving mountains to protect their marine resources.
4. Finland
Also known as “Land of a thousand lakes”, of course, the caliber of its drinking water is high class. Finland has thousands of spas and saunas that most of the locals and tourists enjoy. That’s why the country needs to maintain its high-quality water resources. Finland is also one of the best in utilizing aquatic resources and directing cultivation.
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3. Norway
We’ve heard a lot of ‘fjord’ in Norway; it is also one of the top countries with the cleanest water in the world. Its rank shows how good the quality of the water sources is and wastewater supervision. This country is supplied by hydroelectric power plants. This is a big and practical move when conserving energy.
2. Sweden
Sweden is the 2nd country that holds the title of having the cleanest water on Earth. The country is leading in managing low carbon dioxide discharge, conservation of purified air and producing an outstanding drinking water. Sweden is also known for having crystal clear water at its beaches, lakes and rivers.
1. Switzerland
Switzerland is ultimately, the country with the cleanest water in the world! It is not only renowned for its delicious chocolates, but also for having the most cautious management of water resources. Switzerland is using the latest technology in the treatment of wastewater and in providing a first-rate drinking water.
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