Water has always been a precious resource, but in recent years, the world has been facing a water crisis due to a combination of factors, including climate change, urbanisation, and population growth. As per a report by UNESCO, globally, 2 billion individuals, representing 26% of the global population, lack access to safe drinking water, while an alarming 3.6 billion people, or 46%, do not have access to adequately managed sanitation facilities.
With World Water Day around the corner, it’s time to take stock of the potentially alarming water situation and strategize for improvement. As much as awareness about water conservation has increased over the last few years, there is still a long way to go. Therefore, Embassy Group has implemented a variety of green practices that result in positive change, such as:
- Within our owned business parks, our Services vertical has taken certain steps towards water conservation, including ensuring that approximately 50% of the total water used for secondary purposes undergoes recycling through sewage treatment plant (STP) processes.
- Additionally, low-flow plumbing fixtures, including flow restrictors, low-flow taps, and aerators, have been installed throughout the facilities. Sensor-based fixtures have been deployed in certain areas to enhance efficiency further. Furthermore, we have upgraded our water treatment units with advanced technologies, such as mechanical filters, to decrease water waste.
- Embassy, in partnership with The Anonymous Indian Charitable Trust, has been working in the Bettahalasuru Panchayat in North Bengaluru since 2016 to address the issues of irresponsible disposal of waste and the depletion of soil and water. Under the EcoGram programme, the partners have made efforts towards water stewardship. EcoGram continues to rejuvenate local lakes (Thanisandra and Thimmasandra in North Bengaluru) through augmented bunds, water quality checks, and optimised functioning of stormwater drains. Local biodiversity is of the utmost importance, and efforts to increase biodiversity will continue. We also drive low-cost turn-key solutions for water recycling, rainwater harvesting, and water conservation.
At Embassy Group, we strongly believe that collaboration is the key to revitalising our environment and transitioning to a green economy for all. As responsible corporates, let us renew our commitment to preserving and protecting this vital resource for future generations. Together, let’s strive for a world where every drop counts and every person has access to clean and safe water. Our actions today will shape the water story of tomorrow. Let’s make it a tale of sustainability, equity, and abundance for all.
