Independent impact evaluation of the AWS system - phase two: good water governance

Empirical study
Research report

Authored by Paula Orr,Ric Eales

Summary

This independent impact evaluation of the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) System, commissioned by AWS and conducted by Ric Eales Consulting Ltd., assesses the medium- to long-term effects of AWS Standard Certification, with a particular focus on the good water governance outcome. The evaluation draws on qualitative data from 15 AWS Certified Sites across six countries and four strategic sectors, using interviews, focus groups, surveys and desk research.
Research detail

Independent impact evaluation of the AWS system - phase two: good water governance

Empirical study
Research report

Published February 2026 by Alliance for Water Stewardship. Authored by Paula Orr and Ric Eales