Saxony wants to future-proof its water supply and is therefore increasing funding. "We need a water supply that is stable, even in the face of the climate crisis," explained State Secretary for the Environment Gisela Reetz after the cabinet meeting in Dresden. For this reason, in future, the utilities will be supported on their way to a climate-adapted water industry.
No longer a guarantee that water is available in sufficient quantity and quality
Until now, it was assumed that water was continuously available, said Reetz. This is why the focus in recent decades has been on improving water quality. In the meantime, however, it can no longer be assumed that water is available in sufficient quantity and quality at all times. "We see the challenge for local authorities."
