Resilinc Special Report

How Water Scarcity Challenges Are Shaping Supply Chain Strategies

This supply chain risk management special report examines the impacts of water scarcity on supply chain strategies across numerous industries. It analyzes risks like disrupted production, rising manufacturing costs, stricter regulations on water usage, and the effects of climate change.
This report provides supply chain strategies to mitigate the risks associated with water scarcity, including information about investing in water-efficient technologies and diversifying sourcing locations. By proactively addressing these issues, companies can better protect their supply chains against the adverse effects of water scarcity and enhance operational resilience.
Key Insights:
  • 73% of senior decision-makers in semiconductor companies view natural resource scarcity, including water, as a major environmental risk
  • Agriculture production accounts for 70% of global groundwater usage, supporting food, fiber, livestock, and industrial crops
  • Some of the largest semiconductor/chip manufacturing plants are predicted to be in areas of high water stress by 2030-2040