Community engagement – NRW Management

Leakage reduction in primary schools: Upington, South Africa

This project was undertaken to reduce unacceptable levels of leakage at the Keidebees and Vele Langa Primary Schools in Upington. The cost of the benefits were documented so that the process could serve as a model for other schools and public buildings.

Water demand management scheme: Drakenstein, South Africa

Over a period of approximately 12 years, Drakenstein Municipality lowered the non revenue water from over 33% to just under 11% and currently ranks amongst the best municipalities in South Africa with regards to water use efficiency.

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