4.8 Water (Supply)

B. Key Environmental Issues

The key environmental issues in supply of water are as follows:

Failure of government to supply adequate clean water for domestic uses, including drinking water

Inadequate regulation/safeguards for private suppliers

Diversion of supply without consideration of environmental and other consequences (such as supply of water to irrigation projects without consideration of the impact on electricity needs)

Relevant Institutions, Laws and Subsidiary Legislation Related to Environment

Institutions:

• National Urban Water Authority (Urban Water Supply Act)
• Water Authorities (Waterworks Ordinance)

Laws and Subsidiary Legislation Related to Environment:

• National Urban Water Supply Act
• Waterworks Ordinance
• Water Utilization and Control Act
• Fair Trade Practices Act

Possible Licenses and Permits Required:

• Water Rights for Suppliers