This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Iceland statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Icelandic statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Icelandic-specific metadata information.
| Indicator available |
Water exploitation index |
|---|---|
| Geographical coverage |
Iceland |
| Unit of measurement |
Percentage (%) |
| Definitions |
The Water Exploitation Index (WEI) presented here shows the annual total fresh water abstraction in a country as a percentage of its long term annual average available water from renewable fresh water resources. This includes water removed from any fresh water source, either permanently or temporarily, as well as mine and drainage water and water abstractions from precipitation. Water used for hydroelectricity generation (in situ use) is excluded. |
| Comments and limitations |
Data follows the UN specification for this indicator. This indicator has been identified in collaboration with topic experts. |