Create a Sustainable Water Plan
This isn’t just about water security for your operation, though that’s a definite benefit, it’s also about the community and environment around you. Now that you know all the stakeholders and their needs through the regional water balance, where can you optimize for the benefit of all? There’s no silver bullet, this is a time to get innovative with your regional water stakeholders.
You may explore: Beneficial water reuse, collective action, water efficiency programs, reallocation of excess water, etc.
Monitor & Report
In addition to your regular water monitoring, you will want to really evaluate how well you’re doing against your plan, and determine if it is giving you the outcomes you expected. Transparency in your objectives, but also your progress, is required. As is clear and consistent reporting to regulators, investors, and communities.
Additional Resources
Implementing Water Stewardship
 When Less is More: A New Self-Assessment Tool Supports Water-Efficient Mining |
 Moving in a New Direction: Water Conservation / Water Demand Management in the South African Mining Industry |