OP_CGP_Water Introduction
GSAS-OP CGP Training
Keyword(s)
water conservation, indoor, outdoor, water, fixtures, irrigation, greywater, TSE, water use, leak detection, sanitary fixtures, outdoor water use, water audit
Publisher
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development
Description
The natural water cycle is a system in which water resources are continuously exchanged between the atmosphere, soil water, surface water, ground water, and plants. This cycle treats and recharges freshwater supplies. Human consumption of fresh water outpaces the natural cycle and under these circumstances, water cannot be considered as a renewable resource. Sustainable practices for the efficient use of water, the collection, recycling and reuse of water to mitigate environmental impacts associated with water scarcity and depletion.
Objective
The Water criterion considers aspects associated with water consumption and reuse in order to mitigate the impact on available water resources.