Nominations open for Water Wise award

Nominations for the Prime Minister’s 2011 Water Wise Award are invited from commercial and industrial companies that have achieved substantial water savings.

Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainability and Urban Water, Senator Don Farrell, said: “The award recognises the commitment to saving water from within the commercial and industrial sectors, which typically account for between 15 and 20% of all water used in Australia.

“I encourage companies of all sizes that can demonstrate notable reductions of water use, in comparison to similar facilities, to nominate for the award,” he said.

Eligible water savings can be achieved through a variety of means including: metering and monitoring; installing water-efficient devices; and implementing innovative technologies that reduce the need for water usage.

Senator Farrell said, “Entries were received [last year] from a wide variety of businesses including a Harley-Davidson wheel manufacturer, a pharmaceutical company and a golf course.

“Inghams Enterprises received the 2010 award for achieving a 70% reduction in water use and a dedicated water-saving culture within the organisation.”

Applications close at 5 pm AEST on 8 August 2011 and the winners will be announced at a ceremony hosted by the savewater! Alliance in November 2011.

For more information on the award or to enter, visit: www.savewater.com.au/programs-and-events/savewater-awards.