The Government of Castelló approves a plan to face the drought
The Government of Castelló has recently approved the Emergency Plan for Drought Situations of the urban supply system of the municipality of Castelló de la Plana (PEM). The main objective of this plan is to address drought situations that may affect the water supply in the city.
Focus on shared responsibility
One of the main characteristics of this plan is that responsibility is not focused solely on citizens and the domestic sphere. It is emphasized that all companies, industries, entities and public institutions must make rational use of water, especially in emergency situations. In this way, we seek to raise awareness in all sectors of the importance of preserving this precious resource.
Improvement measures and efficient management
The plan includes various improvement measures to guarantee water security in Castelló. Among them is the estimation of the allegation presented by the FACSA and the selection of a new indicator for the PEM, the general shortage index of the UTE 2 Mijares-Plana de Castelló. In addition, the implementation of new devices to control the level of aquifers, a comprehensive management plan for the sanitation system and the reuse of water for irrigation of parks and gardens are planned.
Awareness and citizen participation
The Castelló City Council emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and citizen participation in the fight against drought. Awareness campaigns are promoted in educational centers and water saving is encouraged both in the home and in business. In addition, a guide will be prepared for saving water at home, which will also be applied in the business and industrial sphere.
A smart, efficient and sustainable city
Castelló City Council is committed to becoming an intelligent, efficient and sustainable city. The aim is to take advantage of digitalization to collect information on water consumption in the city and improve the efficiency of its use. In addition, new technologies will be implemented to control water resources and a management and control platform for the urban water cycle will be launched.
Preserving cultural heritage and economic activity
The drought represents a threat to the cultural heritage and economic activity of the region. The lack of water especially affects agriculture, which is a fundamental part of the local economy. Therefore, it is crucial to take measures to preserve this resource and guarantee an adequate supply to citizens.
Conclusions
The Emergency Plan for Drought Situations in Castelló is an initiative of the municipal government to face the challenges represented by water scarcity. With improvement measures, citizen awareness and efficient management, the aim is to guarantee water security and preserve the cultural heritage and economic activity of the region.