Climate change: Water risks highest in Asia, says Moody's report

The Moody's report said risks are more pronounced for water-intensive sectors like mining, agriculture and power

Water management risks tied to the existing supply and quality issues, as well as risks amplified by climate change, pose credit challenges across multiple sectors in Asia, particularly in parts of South and Southeast Asia where water scarcity or mismanagement is already prevalent, said a report released on Wednesday.

According to the report by Moody’s Investors Service, risk factors include the availability and cleanliness of water, the adequacy of water transport and treatment infrastructure, the impact of economic activity on supply and pollution, and the effect of regulations.

Water management and environmental impact of economic activity are one of the parameters on