Using Recycled Water in Australia
Water conservation is a hot topic in Australia. It always has been and will be until we come up with a plan to preserve water for future generations. Water recycling is the idea which is on the leading edge of these plans. We must find a way to make every drop of water count. The chips are down and we must play or fold, literally. Human beings cannot live without water, but unfortunately some Australians continue to use it as if there will always be an abundance.
Fortunately though many Australians are working together to lead the way towards solutions. These solutions must be workable now, because the water shortage is a current problem. We cannot afford to put these issues on hold while we debate what needs to be done. Individually and collectively we must make changes. We must look at the way we use water and the way we waste it and be able to make changes to reduce both.
Public Parks and Golf Courses
There are some areas in the public domain that immediately spring to mind as a place to begin the social experiment of using recycled water for watering gardens or for irrigation purposes. Public parks and golf courses are an ideal location for just such an experiment. No food is grown there for humans so the contamination risks are minimized, and the water that we waste currently keeping lawns and flowers alive can now be used as drinking water instead of being lost down a drain.
Public buildings that have landscaping needs should also be following this course of action. It is absurd to use fresh drinking water to nourish plants that are not native just to impress visitors when there is such a water shortage. It is hoped the day will come when businesses and the government are pressured by consumers to implement water recycling procedures.
For example, we can ask that they convert our local park or golf course lawn maintenance to a recycle system. Are you willing to take a stand? That is the question which people face today as water becomes scarcer.
Water Conservation in the Home
The time is now to begin to act individually to preserve water as well. You can install a water tank to collect and reuse rain water for a minimal cost. You will be teaching your children the importance of protecting the planet and that it is more important than buying a particular name brand of blue jeans.
The time of frivolous disregard for our water supply is a thing of the past. As the obvious shortages begin to effect the way the affluent are allowed to build their homes or the way factories must meet water control standards, there will be more and more attention paid to water recycling. Everyone should take personal responsibility for doing their share. A great first step you can take is to call a local rainwater tank installer and find out which tank best suits your needs and your budget.
Governmental Influence
If the government can utilize recycled water to keep public parks and gardens green, then you should be able to follow suit at your home. Without gas one may have to walk. Without water one cannot walk very far at all. Which issue do you think deserves the most attention?
Brett Jones says:
I THINK IF WE ALL TAKE A MORE CONSERVATIVE APPROACH TO WATER CONSERVATION WE CAN TOGETHER CREATE A BETTER FUTURE AND SAVE THE MURRAY RIVER AS ONE.
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November 22nd, 2008 at 11:57 pm