Water Reduction Guide

Conserving water is an important part of responsible business practices, particularly in times of drought, or if operating in water-stressed regions. 

Over 2 billion people live in already water-stressed countries. The Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia are the most affected regions, but many parts of Europe and the UK also suffer from water stress. In the UK, areas of England including Sussex, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, and Norfolk are already experiencing water shortages, with additional demands on water supply from businesses and new housing developments putting huge pressure on water resources.   

Water stress is essentially when the demand for water exceeds the available supply, or when poor water quality restricts its use. 

The World Resources Institute Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas is a great tool you can use to check whether your business is operating in regions of ‘High’ or ‘Extremely High’ water stress.