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Reused water as a source of clean water and energy

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Equitable access to water of the proper quantity and quality is a human right, and water reuse is a proven way to contribute to this goal.

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Tortajada, C. Reused water as a source of clean water and energy. Nat Water 2, 102–103 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s44221-024-00198-6

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