Every platform that rates water, health products, or consumer goods owes the public radical transparency about their motives, their science, and their integrity. We start by asking these questions of ourselves — then we invite every co-creator in this space to the same table.
"We don't demand perfection. We celebrate honesty about the journey and genuine steps toward integrity."
Revenue Model
Open Source / None
Science Backing
EPA / EWG / USGS
Transparency
100% Open
Integrity Grade
A
Intention: 100% public health. Zero advertising revenue. Zero brand partnerships. Zero affiliate conflicts with rated products.
Methodology: Fully open-source AWI engine. Every data source cited. Every weight explained. Anyone can audit, fork, or improve.
Funding: Built as a public good. Future revenue from personalized reports flows to indigenous water stewards and regenerative futures.
Bias Disclosure: We advocate for reverse osmosis filtration and glass packaging based on the science. This is a stated position, not a hidden one.
These questions are not accusations — they're invitations. We ask them of ourselves first, then extend them to every co-creator in this space. Answering builds trust. Silence is noted, not judged.
Every co-creator is assessed on revenue model, science backing, and transparency. We celebrate strengths, acknowledge growth areas, and extend invitations to collaborate.
| Platform | Transparency | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Health App | 45% | C |
| EWG Tap Water Database | 78% | B |
| Consumer Reports | 82% | B |
| WaterZen | 35% | D |
| NSF International | 72% | B |
| Yuka | 55% | C |
We believe every organization in the water information space wants to do good. Some are further along the journey than others. This protocol isn't about drawing lines — it's about building bridges. If your intention is to serve the public, take your place at the table. The collective consciousness rises when we rise together.
"We don't demand perfection. We celebrate honesty about imperfection and genuine steps toward integrity."
If your organization appears in our index, we warmly invite you to respond to the 15 Questions. Your response will be published in full, unedited. Share your journey, acknowledge your growth areas, and demonstrate your commitment to the collective.
Responses are published verbatim. We do not edit, filter, or curate submitted responses.