Water is something we use every day and often without thinking about its true value and the role it plays supporting our daily lives. This World Water Day, that’s celebrated on Saturday, 22 March, highlights the need to protect our glaciers, which are essential for providing fresh water to billions of people around the world and support irrigation and energy production.
Climate change is putting pressure on our glaciers. Reducing our emissions is one way we can help mitigate the impacts of climate change on vital water sources and the communities and ecosystems that depend on them.
Simple actions, like using energy-efficient appliances, electric vehicles, and supporting renewable energy, all help to reduce emissions. And saving water in homes and businesses through water efficient products, services and technology also make a big difference and contribute to a more sustainable future. .
At Southern Rural Water, we’re committed to tackling climate change head-on. We’re working on several initiatives that mean we’re on track to reach net-zero emissions by 2025, well ahead of the sector’s target of 2035.
To celebrate World Water Day 2025, we’ve teamed up with Wannon Water and the Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority for a fun photography competition that helps highlight the value of water and how each drop we save counts.
We’re asking people from across the region to share their best shots that capture what water means to them. This could be a backyard garden, water in the home, or the beauty of nature.
The competition is open to all, with prizes for both juniors and adults. Plus, there’s a people’s choice award for the photo that gets the most votes. Entries close on Monday, 21 April.
To get involved and enter the photography competition visit: https://engage.wannonwater.com.au/every-drop-counts