WORLD WATER DAY

In 1993, the United Nations designated March 22 as the first World Water Day. World Water Day is an annual event to highlight the importance of freshwater and the need to conserve this precious resource. The theme for World Water Day 2023 is “Water for Life,” highlighting the importance of water for human health and ecosystems.

World Water Day is important because it raises awareness of the growing water crisis around the world. According to the United Nations, more than 2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water, and by 2050, up to 5.7 billion people could be living in areas with water scarcity. This puts pressure on freshwater resources and poses a threat to human health, food security, and economic development.

Individuals can make a difference in conserving water by adopting simple practices in their daily lives. For example, turning off the tap while brushing teeth or shaving, using a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways and sidewalks, and fixing leaky taps and pipes. These simple practices can save thousands of liters of water each year, reducing water bills and helping to conserve water resources.

Governments and businesses can also play a crucial role in water conservation efforts. They can invest in sustainable water management practices, such as wastewater recycling, rainwater harvesting, and groundwater recharge. They can also prioritize water conservation in their policies and regulations, incentivize water-efficient technologies and practices, and raise awareness of the importance of water conservation among their employees and the public.

It is crucial to protect water quality by reducing pollution and ensuring that wastewater is properly treated before being discharged into the environment. Governments can regulate industries and enforce environmental laws to prevent pollution, while businesses can adopt cleaner production methods and invest in wastewater treatment technologies. Individuals can also help by properly disposing of hazardous materials, not pouring oil, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals down the drain, and not flushing non-biodegradable materials down the toilet.

Did You Know?

WHAT IS SAMTEC DOING TO HELP?

Globally on average Samtec plating and manufacturing operations recycles water at a rate of roughly 21%. Every plating sites recycles water at varying rates; some reasons for this variance include the different processes at each site, the volume of work being done, and in general the age of the facility. Some of our newest and most modern plating facilities like Johor Bahru or Costa Rica can recycle water at a rate 50% or better.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO RECYCLE WATER?

The US EPA defines recycling water as reclaiming water from a variety of sources, treating it, and reusing it for beneficial purposes.

WHAT CAN ASSOCIATES DO TO HELP?

• Save water: Be mindful of water use during daily activities.

• Stop polluting: Don’t put chemicals, oils, & other harmful wastes down toilets and drains.

• Be curious: Find out where your water comes from, how it’s shared, and how it’s maintained.

• Clean up: Take part in clean-ups of rivers, lakes, & beaches.

Below Image From Samtec Johor Bahru

The picture on the left is is a sample of water that was collected after the plating process. The picture on the right is a sample that was collected after the water had been treated and cleaned via Reverse Osmosis (RO). As you can tell this water is much more clean and clear than the previous photo and this is due to the cleaning process. Then this water can be sent back thru the plating line for reuse or it can be discharged and returned to our 3rd party suppliers, like a waste water treatment company.