Why is a wet county like Scotland facing water scarcity?
While there are no plans for water restrictions for Scottish homes, it is not just about keeping gardens growing. Sepa says this is a result of climate change, and it could have a serious impact on agriculture and businesses in Scotland.In 2022, the east of Scotland experienced its driest January since 1940. This was followed by lower-than-average spring and summer rainfall.
Scottish Water says it is working to maintain public water supply to customers in parts of the country affected by the prolonged dry warm summer weather.Sepa is responsible for managing Scotland's natural water resources. It issues "abstraction" licences to businesses that need to take large amounts for agriculture and other industrial uses.
Sepa's Head of Water and Planning, Nathan Critchlow-Watton, says climate change means water scarcity will become "even more frequent". Scotland's natural water levels are categorised into five grades - with necessary advice for businesses at each alert level.- Industries should consider how they can use water more efficiently.- Industries irrigating land should check equipment, not overspray and irrigate at night to avoid evaporation.- Industries should reduce the amount of water they take, stagger use with others nearby or switch to other supplies.- Water resources are becoming scarce.
NFU Scotland's Environmental Resources Policy Manager, Sarah Cowie, says: "Water is a vital resource for the agriculture sector as we cannot produce food without a consistent and plentiful water supply.
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