In November 2012 the UN system set out to forge a more robust and inclusive framework fordevelopment. That framework would be designed to meet needs articulated by 100 nations, and built fromthe priorities of 11 thematic consultations: education; environmental sustainability; conflict and fragility;energy; food security and nutrition; governance; growth & employment; health; inequalities; population;and fresh water. Over three stages, this report captures the essence of the process, outcomes, linkages andrecommendations for water.