Clean Water Learning Hub
Practical guidance drawn from the Department of Health, PAGASA, the World Health Organization and other qualified sources. Every article lists the sources it was written from.
Building a household water plan before the dry season
What to work out in advance: how much you need, where it will come from, and who in the household is most at risk.
Why you cannot tell safe water by looking at it
Clear water can be unsafe and safe water can look unappealing. Safety is judged by evidence, not appearance.
Boiling water correctly, and what boiling cannot fix
Boiling is the most reliable household method against germs. It does nothing for chemical contamination.
Rainwater harvesting: what it is good for
Rainwater is a practical supplement for household use, and it is not automatically drinkable.
What to do when you suspect your water is contaminated
Immediate steps, who to tell, and the mistakes that make the situation worse.
Spotting unreliable water safety claims
How to read a potability claim, and which marketing phrases carry no verifiable meaning.
Reducing household water use without cutting hygiene
Where household water actually goes, and which reductions are safe to make.
Storing water without contaminating it
Most household contamination happens after collection, during storage and handling.