If America's water infrastructure was a patient,
it would be on life support. Our aging pipes lose
nearly two trillion gallons of clean water each year.
Americans are willing to pay their share to
upgrade our water pipes and systems, but
expect governments to find solutions.
Technology must play an instrumental role in
healing the nation's water infrastructure.
It's time to act.
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Value of Water Index findings.
Growing demand, fixed supply and aging or inadequate infrastructure are creating a "perfect storm" that threatens one of the planet's most vital resources: water.
The Value of Water Index has found that the public recognizes the severity of our nation's water infrastructure crisis and while they want government to take action, they are increasingly willing to shoulder some of the costs.
With innovative systems in almost every area of water, Xylem is uniquely positioned to help address water infrastructure challenges around the world—and is actively working to do so.
VIDEO: Xylem Chief Executive Officer Gretchen McClain introduces the results of the 2012 Value of Water Index.
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