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Over the next 50 years, the demand for water will increase while our drying climate will reduce available sources. The water systems in Greater Adelaide need to be resilient in the face of future uncertainty and increasing extreme weather such as floods, bushfire and drought.
Water supports the growth of our state and the prosperity of our people, environment, cultural heritage and economy. Our resilient water future must balance affordability with the maintenance of ongoing water supply. It must ensure the liveability of our cities and towns in the face of climate and urban growth challenges, and balance the needs of urban consumption, irrigation, industry, environment and Traditional Owners.
To ensure resilient water futures, all water sources will need to be considered – reservoirs, rivers, seawater, stormwater, and purified recycled water.
That’s why we are preparing now for our resilient water future for the next 50 years.
Figure: Current water balance for Greater Adelaide 2023
Watch this video about how effective water security planning will help us prepare for future climate risks.
Over the next 50 years, the demand for water will increase while our drying climate will reduce available sources. The water systems in Greater Adelaide need to be resilient in the face of future uncertainty and increasing extreme weather such as floods, bushfire and drought.
Water supports the growth of our state and the prosperity of our people, environment, cultural heritage and economy. Our resilient water future must balance affordability with the maintenance of ongoing water supply. It must ensure the liveability of our cities and towns in the face of climate and urban growth challenges, and balance the needs of urban consumption, irrigation, industry, environment and Traditional Owners.
To ensure resilient water futures, all water sources will need to be considered – reservoirs, rivers, seawater, stormwater, and purified recycled water.
That’s why we are preparing now for our resilient water future for the next 50 years.
Figure: Current water balance for Greater Adelaide 2023
Watch this video about how effective water security planning will help us prepare for future climate risks.
