Like every other system, water infrastructure faces challenges that, if not addressed immediately, will hamper our access to usable water. The key challenges faced by water management systems are:
Aging Infrastructure: The existing water infrastructure, such as treatment plants and pipes, is decades old and susceptible to leaks, breaks, and inefficiencies.
Climate Change: Unpredictable droughts and floods challenge the capacities of water infrastructure. While droughts reduce available water sources, floods overwhelm the treatment facilities, increasing the risk of contaminating supplies.
Population Growth: The global population growth trends hint at increased demand for clean water which the existing infrastructure can’t meet.