National Water Mission partners with Indian Plumbing Association to improve water use efficiency (Photo Source: PIB)
In an important step towards a water positive India, the Bureau of Water Use Efficiency (BWUE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Plumbing Association (IPA) as part of the National Water Mission (NWM) of the Ministry of Jal Shakti .
The MoU aims to raise awareness and promote various water conservation measures, including rainwater harvesting structures, low-flow faucets and sanitation, gray and black water treatment, and water testing of built environments.
The signing ceremony took place today. Archana Varma, Additional Secretary and Mission Director, National Water Mission, Ministry of Jal Shakti, and Gurmit Singh Arora, National President, Indian Plumbing Association, represented their respective organizations. This collaboration is an important milestone for the Bureau of Water Use Efficiency as it aligns with the IPA’s ongoing efforts to advocate for water-sensitive faucets that use less water. The MoU will further advance the goal of increasing water use efficiency in the country.
At the event, Archana Varma emphasized the historic significance of the partnership. She expressed her confidence that IPA’s expertise in advancing water-sensitive fittings would contribute significantly to the goal of more efficient water use.
Gurmeet Arora, national president of the Indian Plumbing Association, reiterated his organization’s commitment to more efficient water use in the home. He emphasized the goal of reducing water consumption from 135 liters per capita per day (lpcd) to 60 lpcd, a reduction of 50-60%. In addition, he stressed the need for water audits in built environments such as homes and hotels to achieve the ambitious goal of net-zero water buildings.
The signing of the MoU is in line with Goal 4 of the National Water Mission, which aims to increase water use efficiency by 20%. This represents a crucial step towards realizing this goal and underscores the commitment of the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The provisions outlined in the MoU focus on the implementation and advancement of the goals of the National Water Mission through the IPA’s extensive network of over 6,500 members across the country.
As part of the MOU, NWM and IPA will work together to educate and raise public awareness through water stewardship outreach programs and initiatives. The partnership will prioritize the circular economy of water, including the effective use of gray water through the 5Rs approach: Reduce, Recycle, Reuse, Replenish and Respect. Rainwater harvesting and the replenishment of aquifers will also be important areas of focus. In addition, the partnership aims to promote the recovery of used water, especially in urban landscapes.
Initial publication: 07 Jul 2023 23:31 IST
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