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New Delhi [India], May 23:<\/strong> Water has long been the cornerstone of civilizations, shaping our landscapes, sustaining our communities,\u00a0and\u00a0fueling\u00a0our industries. As the world evolves, so do the challenges around water management and conservation.\u00a0<\/p>\n There is an immense strain on water\u00a0requirements\u00a0in the urban sector.\u00a0Water scarcity can raise the cost of raw materials, disrupting\u00a0supply chains and sanitation systems. World\u00a0Bank\u00a0estimates that the water crisis could slow GDP by 6 percent in some countries by 2050 (UNICEF 2022). This challenge of water sustainability has been recognized at both international and national\u00a0levels. Out of 17 Goals of SDG (Sustainable Development Goals), 11 are connected to water.\u00a0<\/p>\n The government of India in October 2023 introduced the Green Credit System, as per which water conservation, recycling, and reuse of water and wastewater are the constituents of earning Green credits. SEBI Circular July 2023 indicates mandatory provisions for measuring water footprint, water consumption intensity, water discharge, and treatment levels.\u00a0All these point towards a renewed focus on looking at water management in buildings.\u00a0<\/p>\n Water Audit is a step in this direction that will contribute to improved water use efficiency in built environment.\u00a0In this context, Indian Plumbing Association, the 31-year-old apex body of plumbing professionals in India formed the Water Audit Council, to look into the area of conducting comprehensive Water Audits for the Built environment. The Council has experts and stakeholders from academia, industry, and government.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Council launched a Water Audit Council Manual during\u00a0Plumbex India\u00a02024 on 25th\u00a0April 2024 at Jio World Convention Centre at Mumbai\u00a0where building industry leaders from industry bodies like NAREDCO, IIA, IIID participated.\u00a0Dr.\u00a0Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman NAREDCO\u00a0and Founder and MD, Hiranandani Group, Arch. Vilas Avachat,\u00a0President, IIA and Principal Architect, Vilas Avachat and Associates,\u00a0Ar. Sarosh Wadia,\u00a0National President, IIID\u00a0and\u00a0Principal Architect, Azmi, and Sarosh Wadia Associates participated and witnessed the launch.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Water Audit Council Manual is a testament to\u00a0IPA\u2019s commitment to water conservation and sustainable practices in the built environment,\u201d said\u00a0Arch. Vilas Avachat,\u00a0President, IIA.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cWith this comprehensive guide, we aim to empower auditors, water managers, and urban local bodies with the knowledge and tools necessary to assess and optimize\u00a0water usage in buildings. By identifying inefficiencies and implementing conservation measures, we can collectively contribute to preserving this precious resource for generations to come,\u201d\u00a0Gurmit Singh Arora, IPA National President\u00a0later added.<\/p>\n This Manual is designed to provide practical guidance and tools for auditing water\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0usage in built environments. This will serve as a guide for identifying inefficiencies and leakages, implementing conservation measures and fostering a culture of sustainability.\u00a0For more information please log on to\u00a0https:\/\/wateraudit.in\/<\/a><\/p>\n If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. 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