Asia's First Water Credit Project Flows from Junagadh

Jun 24, 2026

The Junagadh Municipal Corporation has achieved a major milestone in water conservation. The Hasnapur Dam project has become Asia's first to receive Water Credit certification from the Universal Carbon Registry. Over nine years, the project has earned 90 lakh certified water credits and generated ₹3.25 lakh through their sale. The project highlights a new approach to water management, where conservation efforts can also create economic value. Authorities also supply treated drinking water from Hasnapur Dam to four zones of Junagadh, benefiting thousands of residents. This reflects the growing focus on sustainable water management and conservation. Officials say the Hasnapur Dam project can serve as a model for other cities, showing how water conservation can deliver both environmental and economic benefits.