The water footprint comprehensively represents the total amount of water consumed directly and indirectly throughout the life cycle of a product or activity. This concept facilitates an in-depth analysis of individual and societal water consumption habits and plays a critical role in water conservation, sustainable water management, and combating the global water crisis.

Water footprint calculations are performed in accordance with ISO 14046 standards. This international standard provides fundamental principles for assessing and reporting water footprints, making the environmental impacts of water consumption clear and manageable.

The water footprint is an indispensable tool for organizations required to evaluate and report environmental impacts. Calculating the water footprint offers valuable opportunities such as managing water use environmentally, reducing consumption, increasing water efficiency, and contributing to an organization's sustainability profile. Additionally, water footprint reports help organizations optimize regulatory compliance and facilitate access to green financing opportunities.