As the world grapples with the issues of future water security and dwindling supplies of fresh water, more and more organisations and communities are scanning more broadly and reviewing how they can meet their future water needs. There is now an increased risk appetite for considering all water source options for drinking water production – beyond the traditional surface and ground water sources. In the water industry, we talk about the multiple barrier approach, that is, if one barrier fails, there is another in place as insurance. Continue reading →