###### Proof Point Level

Business

## Standard Summary

- Achieve the minimum number of points for each level:

1. AWS Core: 0 – 39 points
  2. AWS Gold: 40 – 79 points
  3. AWS Platinum: 80 or more points

Points are scored in each of the five steps of the AWS Framework:

- Understand water dependencies and impacts
- Mitigate operational and supply chain water risks
- Ensure responsible water procedures are in place
- Build relationships with local water-related stakeholders
- Address challenges shared with others in the catchment

- Audits take place annually in person
- Certification is valid for three years

## Additional Resources

[Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard](https://a4ws.org/the-aws-standard-2-0/)

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