Water Access and Sanitation Challenges

The video discusses Sustainable Development Goal 6, focusing on ensuring access to clean water and sanitation for all. It highlights global challenges, with billions lacking basic services, and emphasizes the importance of sanitation in preventing diseases. The video also examines the situation in the Philippines, outlines targets for 2030, and discusses the role of STEM in providing solutions. It concludes with a call to action for increased engagement and innovation.

What is the main focus of Sustainable Development Goal 6?

• Providing universal access to clean water and sanitation

• Reducing global poverty

• Improving global education standards

• Promoting gender equality

What percentage of the global population was using an improved drinking water source by 2015?

• 76%

• 90%

• 50%

• 100%

How much spending is required annually to ensure universal access to clean water and sanitation according to the World Bank?

• $200 billion

• $150 billion

• $100 billion

• $50 billion

What is one of the key indicators for achieving SDG 6 by 2030?

• Universal healthcare access

• Complete eradication of poverty

• Universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water

• Universal access to free education

What is a major consequence of contaminated water sources?

• Higher rates of waterborne diseases

• Increased agricultural productivity

• Decreased pollution levels

• Improved economic growth

What is a significant environmental issue affecting water quality?

• Deforestation

• Overfishing

• Heavy metal contamination

• Air pollution

What is a critical action needed to protect water-related ecosystems?

• Encouraging urban sprawl

• Restoring forests and wetlands

• Promoting illegal logging

• Increasing industrial waste

What role can STEM play in achieving SDG 6?

• Reducing educational opportunities

• Promoting urbanization

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

• Developing low-cost water filtration technologies

What is a potential benefit of improved sanitation facilities?

• Increased water pollution

• Higher risk of disease

• Decreased agricultural output

• Improved health and security for women

What is a challenge in providing clean water in far-flung areas?

• Lack of interest

• High cost of infrastructure

• Abundance of water resources

• Excessive government funding