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Reorienting water and sanitation narratives towards sustainability transformations

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Transformation narratives in water and sanitation emphasize public health and gender equality, yet miss a critical foundational perspective: planetary sustainability.

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I thank J. Willetts and C. Mitchell for their insights and comments.

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Carrard, N. Reorienting water and sanitation narratives towards sustainability transformations. Nat Water 2, 2–3 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s44221-023-00187-1

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