Despite some rain, the dam levels are still very low. Last year had the lowest rainfall ever recorded‚ and amidst scientific predictions, there is no guarantee there will be sufficient rain during the coming season. When browsing the news sites you will see headlines of drought-stricken areas, water restrictions, and
South Africa is feeling thirsty and with the water restrictions in place and fines for wasting water, it is natural that our lawns will suffer. Which is a pity as spending summer in the garden will feel pretty bleak if the grass is brown and dying. The weather has not
There is a global water crisis that is forcing people to drastically change their perceptions about water. Where what was once considered to have an ‘unlimited’ supply, fresh water is recognised as a very limited resource and can no longer be taken for granted. Although still freely available in urban
Much has been said in the news lately about the water crisis we are facing all over South Africa. This is mostly due to our topography and rainfalls that have been below average in many parts of our country. It is time that each of us takes responsibility for the
In terms of Section 4 of the Water Services Act 108 (No 108 of 1997) and Clause 31 of the Water & Sanitation Services By Law the following will be prohibited from immediate effect:The use of water obtained from the Municipality’s water supply system for: -watering gardens, lawns, grassed areas,
What is Global Warming?The earth’s climate is mostly influenced by the first 10 kilometres of the atmosphere which contain most of the matter making up the atmosphere. Global warming is primarily caused by too much carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. The blanket of carbon dioxide traps heat that in
We have used Frans’ services for a number of years now.In 2010 /2011 we initiated a 3-step water saving plan at our house in Park drive, including a poolside tank to capture and re-use back wash water from the pool, and 3x 5000l water tanks all connected to the gutters
It is evident that a water shortage crisis is upon us. We see droughts and shortages all over the news. According to News 24, over half of South Africa’s households have no water at home. Residents of Kroonstad have serious water shortages, because of the Vaal River Water Shortage Crisis.
What if this is the last drop?The current low water level situation of the Vaal river will lead to water restrictions and even water outages in large areas in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Northern Freestate and North West provinces. Kroonstad is already without water for some time now. Green Overall can supply