Yarra Valley Water’s Post

Good to see the assessment for water levels in the year ahead. Important to find out the mix of recycled and desal water use in the system.

Good news, Melbourne – water storage levels are expected to remain secure for the year ahead, with water restrictions not expected in the coming 12 months. But it’s up to all of us to make every drop count. 📈 Melbourne’s population grew by 140,000 last year, and we’ll need more water than what flows into our dams to keep up with demand. 💧 Melburnians used more water on average this year, with daily usage rising to 163 litres per person, up from 161 litres last year. 🥵 Storage levels can drop quickly if we experience dry spells. Together with Melbourne Water, South East Water, and Yarra Valley Water, we’ve been tracking Greater Melbourne’s water levels, usage and future needs. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3iujFKB

Good news, Melbourne – water storage levels are expected to remain secure for the year ahead, with water restrictions not expected in the coming 12 months. But it’s up to all of us to make every drop count. 📈 Melbourne’s population grew by 140,000 last year, and we’ll need more water than what flows into our dams to keep up with demand. 💧 Melburnians used more water on average this year, with daily usage rising to 163 litres per person, up from 161 litres last year. 🥵 Storage levels can drop quickly if we experience dry spells. Together with Greater Western Water, Melbourne Water and Yarra Valley Water, we’ve been tracking Greater Melbourne’s water levels, usage and future needs. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gU6uzQHM

Nearly a month after a major water main break in Calgary, the city has lifted indoor water restrictions. This crisis, which left Calgary in a state of emergency, is a stark reminder of the importance of sustainable water management. Lessons Learned: Emergency Preparedness: The swift response and cooperation between local authorities and international aid highlighted the importance of being prepared for water-related emergencies. Community Effort: Calgarians came together, showing resilience and adaptability by adhering to strict water usage guidelines. Infrastructure Vigilance: Regular maintenance and monitoring of water infrastructure are crucial to preventing such crises. Water resilience: Implementing water recycling solutions could have significantly mitigated the impact of this crisis. By recycling greywater, Hydraloop reduces the burden on municipal water systems, ensuring a reliable supply during emergencies and everyday use. Let's take this as a lesson and move towards a more sustainable and resilient water management system. Together, we can make a difference. #WaterCrisis #Sustainability #Hydraloop #Calgary #WaterManagement #CircularEconomy #ResilientCities References: Henna Saeed's report on the Calgary water crisis Mayor Jyoti Gondek’s updates and statements

Together with Greater Western Water, South East Water, and Yarra Valley Water, we’ve been tracking Greater Melbourne’s water storage levels, usage and future needs through the Annual Water Outlook. Although water restrictions are not expected for Greater Melbourne over the next 12 months, permanent water saving rules continue to apply, and we all need to make every drop count. Did you know? 💧 Melburnians used more water on average this year, with daily usage rising to 163 litres per person, up from 161 litres last year. 🥵 Storage levels can drop quickly if we experience dry spells. That’s why, it’s up to all of us to make every drop count. #MakeEveryDropCount #AnnualWaterOutlook #MelbourneWater Learn more: https://bit.ly/49CnzHN

Rising temperatures, rising water use ☀️💧 Did you know that during hot weather, Melbourne’s average daily water use can soar from 1,250 million litres to two billion litres? That’s a significant increase, putting extra pressure on our water supply network. Melbourne Water’s Head of Water Supply, David Norman says “We had a dry spring with the volume of water flowing into our streams across the season around 43 per cent below the 30-year average in 2024.” “Since 2020 however, Melbourne's water consumption has risen by more than 7 per cent or 32 billion litres, and a lot of this extra water gets used during summer." After a run of hot days, it’s important to think about ways to reuse and reduce water, especially when there is a high demand on the power grid and the extra effort required to pump more water. Read more about the increasing demand on our water supply system, particularly during hot weather: https://bit.ly/40NPAct

For great views on South Africa's water issues, Prof Anja du Plessis (PhD) is a very helpful resource. This article she has written on the water woes of Gauteng is excellent because it provides a balanced and objective view and calls on everyone to act to mitigate the risks. SAVE WATER WHEREVER YOU CAN and if you are an industrial user, you should really focus on doing more - there are many simple technical solutions which exist...they just need to be adopted by more industrial users.

🚨 Water Restrictions in Gauteng: Are You Prepared? 💧 Gauteng residents and businesses, take note! Crisis24 reports that further water restrictions and planned outages are scheduled across parts of the province from December 13-16. With demand outpacing supply, it’s more important than ever to manage water resources effectively. Here’s how you can prepare: For households: -Store water ahead of time. -Prioritize essential water use. -Stay updated with local municipal announcements. - Seek alternative approaches to sustainable water such as Boreholes Borewells. For businesses: -Secure backup water storage. -Audit operations to identify water-saving opportunities. -Explore long-term solutions like boreholes to ensure resilience. 💡 At Borehole Guyz, we specialize in providing reliable water solutions, including borehole installations and maintenance. Stay operational and independent, even during water crises. Learn more at www.boreholeguyz.co.za Let’s tackle this challenge together—plan ahead, save water, and build resilience! 🌍 https://lnkd.in/e_NAPEUr #WaterCrisis #GautengWater #Sustainability #BoreholeSolutions

Water Supply Security in Gauteng Whilst there are a lot of articles and posts around the water woes in Gauteng, it seems there is no information available as to when the risk in sustainable, secure, safe and reliable water supply can (realistically) be expected for Gauteng. There is a ceiling to reducing water needs through efficiency (first reality), then replacing failing or under capacitated infrastructure is not easy, will be time consuming and very disruptive (second reality) and the losses (third reality) in the system is of significant impact. The problem is creamed by the province exceeding its sustainable water budget (fourth reality). Because losses in the system is significant, any significant efficiencies will be insignificant whilst the losses persist. So the exam question in my mind is around timelines, as that will inform the very important ESG-related risk mitigation strategies for industry and businesses operating in Gauteng. We know that if all goes well, the Lesotho Highland Scheme (Phase 2) will bring water towards 2028/9, but that is only part of the solution, that does not solve the mentioned realities mentioned. Any insights around timelines that could help business to strategise around water supply security risks would be welcomed. According to the article posted by Prof Du Plessis, only transparent collaboration can solve the problem. https://lnkd.in/dBSrz7Cn #ayesha #gautenggovernment #watersecurity

🌊 Gauteng Water Crisis: Full Dams ≠ Full Taps The Vaal Dam’s water level has risen significantly from 40% to 61.12%, thanks to recent rainfall and the overflow from the Grootdraai Dam. But improved dam levels don’t guarantee reliable water supply. 🚱 Why? 💧 Aging infrastructure: Years of neglect impact water distribution. 💧 Complex systems: Water must pass through processing, pumping, and reticulation infrastructure before reaching your tap. 💧 Level 1 restrictions remain: Sustainable water management requires long-term conservation. 🔧 The DA is pushing for urgent upgrades and maintenance of Gauteng’s water infrastructure. Every drop counts—your cooperation in conserving water is essential while we tackle these challenges. Let’s work together for a reliable and sustainable water future. #DAatWork #RescueSA #GautengWater Read more: https://lnkd.in/dTMTdxGy