As our relationship with the world around us continues to evolve, increased importance is placed on business owners to ensure they’re doing their part to keep the planet safe. Water management is just one aspect of that – but it’s something which can occasionally be overlooked. As one of the most precious natural resources we have, water needs to be treated, conserved, and kept clean in order for us to thrive as a global society.
If you or someone close to you owns and operates their own business, water management should be a top priority. Don’t believe us? Read on to discover why you should start taking this sustainable business factor more seriously.
Reducing your company’s energy consumption
The average company is estimated to use anywhere from 15,000 to 25,000 kWh of energy every year. That can quickly translate to a high monthly utility bill if you allow water to regularly go to waste. Treating wastewater can also be expensive for larger plants and factories if their processes are outdated.
Ensuring you have a contemporary approach, which relies on modern technologies like forward osmosis, can help to make this process more efficient – saving you hundreds, if not thousands.
Managing your environmental impact
Taking an active interest in protecting the environment is an important part of business ownership. It helps you adhere to regulatory compliance, promotes you in the eyes of consumers and stakeholders, and, most importantly, means you’re doing your bit to keep the planet protected.
In the case of industrial water management, that might mean introducing a water treatment facility in any newly constructed areas, or carrying out thorough groundwater testing before any construction begins, so as to avoid contaminating local sources.
Supporting wider sustainability goals
Wastewater treatment, safe reuse, and increased efficiency are all part of the United Nation’s sustainability goal No.6. Any business, no matter what industry you’re in, should prioritise using water in a way that sees it optimised and recycled wherever possible.
This is especially true if you operate in a water-stressed region, where resources are more fleeting – such goals should be built into the environmental framework of your company.
Strengthening ESG performance
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) are rules and metrics through which all businesses are measured regarding their impact on the world around us. A better ESG performance tends to translate to higher shareholder investment and heightened customer value.
As one of the cornerstones of environmental integrity, the ways in which you manage your water will be a key pillar in how you’re assessed. The better you comply with ESG regulations, the stronger your environmental programs and wider company reputation will be.
Planning for the future
Do you need to change your approach to water management at work? Think of this short guide as your first step towards traversing the world of ESG regulations and environmental responsibilities. The time to start thinking about how we use water is now, not tomorrow. Make sure to prioritize this facet of your business when it’s next time to sit down and hammer out company goals and policies.
Written by:
Angel Cooper | Digital Campaign Strategist
angelcooper.media@gmail.com
