Reducing Drinking Water Risks

 One of the first things we need to do is realize that our water is everyone's water. Second reality check is, fresh water is finite. In other words, water can run out. So one of the best things we can do is make sure that our workplaces, municipal, provincial/state and federal governments clearly understand the importance of water source protection. Then we would be very wise to adopt some water conservation policies around our home and in our community. North Americans waste a tremendous amount of water.

Buying bottled water is not necessarily a guaranteed source of safe water. The water industry is loosely regulated. Your tap water may not always be perfect either. In the last few year's, water boiling advisories are much more frequent. Installing water purification systems in your home will yield safe water for you own use, however they can be expensive.

Which brings us back to protection and conservation. Better start now while we still have quality water to manage.