WaterConnect develops water and sanitation infrastructure projects in low- and middle-income countries, bringing them from concept to financial close and construction with partners.
WaterConnect is a project development company founded in 2024 by Water.org. It creates opportunities for construction-stage investment in water and sanitation infrastructure in low- and middle-income countries, taking projects from concept through financial close and construction. The work covers the full water value chain, including bulk supply, water and wastewater treatment, distribution, wastewater reuse, water technology deployment, efficiency solutions, and watershed resilience.
The company co-develops projects in partnership with infrastructure developers, utilities, engineering firms, technology providers, and equipment suppliers, complementing local partners with early-stage financing and technical expertise. Projects typically involve capital expenditure of $20 million or more, with a priority on the $50-100 million range.
WaterConnect operates across eight priority markets: Brazil, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and the Philippines. Its stated aims are universal access to safely managed water and sanitation, improved water quality, and mitigation of water scarcity.
