How do I find the water usage for a specific item?

Use the `lookup_item_footprint` tool and provide the exact name of the product as it appears in the catalog, such as 'beef' or 'apple'.

Can I calculate the total water usage for multiple items at once?

Yes, use the `calculate_batch_footprint` tool by providing a JSON array of objects containing the item names and their respective quantities.

What categories are available to browse?

You can browse items using `get_category_inventory` within the Food, Apparel, and Household categories.

Water Footprint Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

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Estimate the freshwater consumption required to produce everyday food and consumer goods.

3 tools Official Updated Jun 30, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

More Details Connect to Claude

The Water Footprint Calculator connects AI agents to a detailed database of water usage for various products. Using tools like lookup_item_footprint, you can find the specific liters used per kg or unit for items like beef or cotton t-shirts. The calculate_batch_footprint tool allows for calculating cumulative impact across multiple items, while get_category_inventory helps browse available products in categories such as Food, Apparel, and Household goods.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_8WVv1M0DwMmfBn2eAzk723iVpusUOUWhvKekHqCf/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http water-footprint-calculator https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_8WVv1M0DwMmfBn2eAzk723iVpusUOUWhvKekHqCf/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "water-footprint-calculator": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_8WVv1M0DwMmfBn2eAzk723iVpusUOUWhvKekHqCf/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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