Population Growth In Dublin Puts Pressure On Water Supply
Residents of Dublin are being advised to conserve water as population growth and climate change conditions put pressure on the city’s water supply system.
Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water) has highlighted the need for water conservation in the Republic of Ireland capital, saying “It is important that we all take some simple steps to conserve this precious resource”.
Margaret Attridge, the Head of Water Operations at Uisce Éireann said: “We know that water is a precious resource that must go through a complex treatment process to ensure that it is safe to drink.”
Attbridge added: “While there is no shortage of rainfall at present to fill our raw water reservoirs, demand, particularly in the Greater Dublin Area, has been increasing steadily in recent years, putting pressure on the existing infrastructure to meet that demand.”
Uisce Éireann produces around 1.7 billion litres of water every day for use in homes, businesses, schools, and hospitals. But population growth, particularly in the Dublin area, is putting increasing pressure on water infrastructure, a problem that is exacerbated by the effects of climate change.
Uisce Éireann issued a statement in the Irish Independent this week, reminding the public that they can help to reduce the overall demand by conserving water and avoiding preventable where possible.
“Making small changes in your home and garden can make a big difference and help to save water.”
Uisce Éireann have asked both domestic and business consumers to be mindful of water use and look for opportunities to make savings. This can save money, not only on water bills, but also in energy costs through heating, pumping water, etc.
At the time of writing, the population of Dublin (including all boroughs and districts) sits at approximately 1.285 million, a 30 per cent increase since 2000.
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