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South Africa is a semi-arid country with limited water resources and a growing water demand. The main factors causing increased growth in water demand are a high population growth, developing economy and the urgent need to expedite the supply of water services to millions of people, which are currently without basic water supply facilities. In some areas water demands already exceed locally available water resources and these areas are now reliant on inter-catchment transfer schemes for water supply. |
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| The prevention of the environment
degradation is a key focus in many South African polices and legislative
documents. Misuse of water resources in the past has resulted in damage
to some aquatic ecosystems, which called for introduction of legal instruments
to protect the integrity and productivity of rich and diverse ecosystems. The shortage of water and care for the environment defined the meaning of water conservation in the South African context. It simply means to use less water and to protect the environment. Water conservation principles are applicable to all water user sectors. If you need assistance in municipal, industrial or agricultural water conservation follow the appropriate links. |
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