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Global Toilet Statistics

World Toilet Day Infographic Details the Shortage of Toilets in the World

— December 3, 2012 — Eco
Unicef recently released a World Toilet Day infographic detailing the challenges around the issue of adequate sanitation infrastructure around the world.

2.5 Billion people still do not have access to a safe and clean toilet. To put that stat in perspective, it is 37% of the world's population. This World Toilet Day infographic reveals an eye opening statistic for the developed world who generally think about proper plumbing as standard infrastructre. Imagine eating that McDonald's Big Mac and then not having a safe, clean bathroom to hang out in an hour later.

A similar percentage (30%) of the world's population has intestinal worm infections.1,800 children under the age of five die every day from diarrhea diseases, which is affected by factors like hygiene, sanitation and safe water.
Trend Themes
1. Sanitation Infrastructure - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative and cost-effective sanitation solutions to address the shortage of toilets in the world and improve access to safe and clean sanitation facilities.
2. Hygiene and Sanitation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new hygiene and sanitation products and services to combat intestinal worm infections and prevent diarrhea diseases in vulnerable populations.
3. Safe Water Access - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technologies and systems to provide safe and clean water sources to communities lacking access, reducing the risk of waterborne diseases and improving overall health.
Industry Implications
1. Sanitation Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in the development and advancement of sanitation technologies and solutions to address the global shortage of toilets and improve hygiene practices.
2. Healthcare and Well-being - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in healthcare and well-being industry by creating new products, services, and interventions to combat diarrhea diseases and improve public health through improved hygiene and sanitation practices.
3. Water Purification and Distribution - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new methods and technologies in water purification and distribution to increase access to safe and clean water, particularly in regions with limited infrastructure.
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