My policies
Conserving water
Water is our most valuable resource. Without enough to meet our basic needs, life would be intolerable. Up until recently we have seen water as an endless commodity; however, we are all quickly realising that there is a serious water shortage.
While communities need to participate in individual reduction, it is the role of governments to find lasting solutions.
My role as a Senator would be to search for the best solutions. Some of these would include:
- grey water recycling
- stormwater recycling
- establishing teams of plumbers to check every house for leaking taps and pipes, and to install water saving shower heads (free of charge)
- scanning every underground water pipe for leaks and cracks
- investigating the Wissen Wind Generator for potential water production
- finding alternatives and just solutions for farmers growing water-hungry crops
- maintaining or increasing rebates for solar power, solar hot water and rain water tanks
- finding ways of reducing water use in businesses, manufacturing and food production
- repairing our rivers.
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