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aquifers that are polluted and
depleted, with any further decline
posing major risks to economic
and political stability, along with
human health across the globe.
During a live broadcast, the company
explored the world’s groundwater
crises, while global experts and
journalists debated on pollution and
scarcity challenges that affect millions
across the globe.
Wherever one went, Cape Town
was top-of-mind, with the Department
of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS)
stand answering a stream of
questions around Day Zero. It was
remarked, however, that Cape Town
representation was noticed by its
absence.
• Nonetheless, during a session
entitled “Preventing the next
Cape Town”, the International
Tourism
Partnership
(ITP)
illustrated that the world’s
•
leading hotel groups are setting
their differences aside to
collaborate on water protection.
As part of their goal for 2030, to
embed water stewardship across
their portfolios, ITP launched a
Destination Water Risk Index.
Affordability,
convenience,
and reliability are three key
factors
consumers
value;
therefore, organisations need
to balance financial viability
and
affordability,
while
maximising convenience and
ensuring reliability. In this light,
Safe Water Network shared
insights based on findings
from
consumer
tracking
studies in India and Ghana,
and its marketing programmes
and innovations to respond
to consumer demand for
affordable, convenient, and
reliable safe water.
The well-attended World Water Week drew delegates
and exhibitors from every sector of the industry.
Professor Bruce Rittmann, one of the two Stockholm Water Prize winners
Breakaway sessions and workshops ensured that all participants shared in information dissemination.
“Microorganisms live in water and when we use microorganisms, we are making water a key part
of the solution to many of our environmental challenges.”
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