The race to stop England running out of water
Summary
England is facing a serious risk of running out of water due to low rainfall, high temperatures, and increasing demand. By 2055, there could be a daily shortfall of around five billion litres of water. Efforts to reduce water use and improve water management are being discussed to avoid this shortage.Key Facts
- England has experienced nearly three months of little rain in some areas, causing drought conditions.
- Rivers have fallen to low levels, forcing the Environment Agency to restrict farmers’ water use to protect wildlife.
- England may face a water supply shortfall of about five billion litres per day by 2055.
- People in England use more water per person (136.5 litres daily) than people in Denmark (97 litres daily).
- Household water use accounts for nearly 60% of total water consumption in England and Wales.
- Reducing shower times by one minute per person could save nearly one billion litres of water daily by 2050.
- Water companies’ campaigns to reduce water use have had limited success, partly due to negative public views of the industry.
- Water pricing and use of water meters are higher in Denmark, which helps control water consumption better than in England.
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