Marine and Freshwater
Definition(s)
Water that is agreeable to drink, does not present health hazards and whose quality is normally regulated by legislation. (Source: GEMET/GUNN)
In other languages
French
eau potable
Russian
питьевая вода
Spanish
agua potable
Arabic
مياه الشرب
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Protocol on Water and Health | 2 documents |
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United Nations Environment Assembly | 1 decision |