,GGH2605 MAY JUNE PORTFILIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 2 June 2025;
100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and
explanations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE,ASSURED EXCELLENCE
Water scarcity is one of the pressing global environmental
issues, associated with numerous contestations and
geographical disparities. Since the inception of the United
Nations Sustainable Development Goals in 2015, national,
provincial, and local governments must situate their
development agendas within this global framework. South
Africa is generally considered to be a water scarce country. SDG
6 aims to ensure the availability and sustainable management
of water for all. Specifically, Target 6.4 of this SDG seeks to
increase water-use efficiency across all sectors, ensuring
sustainable withdrawals and supply of freshwater thereby
substantially reducing the number of people affected by water
scarcity. Scenario: All predications indicate that South Africa will
experience extended periods of drought in the coming years.
You have now been appointed as a consultant to develop a plan
aimed at increasing water-use efficiency across all sectors,
specifically to address future water scarcity at the local
authority level. The proposed structure for your report is
provided in the table below: Title Page Section A General
orientation and context of your plan 1.1 With specific reference
,to SDG 6 and Target 6.4 which aim to address water scarcity, by
ensuring sufficient water for the population, the economy, and
the environment through increased water-use efficiency across
all sectors of society, explain why it is critical for South Africa to
develop plans that will ensure water-efficiency for future
generations. 25 marks 1.2 Briefly describe the current levels of
water provision by the selected local authority and document
the risks that would arise across all sectors, if the predictions of
extended drought become a reality. 25 marks Section B
Proposed actions to be taken by the local authority 1.3 Create a
plan that outlines the precautionary measures necessary to
mitigate the impact of extended drought on water provision
across all sectors within the selected local authority. 25 marks
Section C Proposed actions to be followed by the various
stakeholders in the local authority 1.4 Develop a plan to raise
stakeholder awareness about the impact of drought on water
provision within the local authority. In your report, include the
types of consultations, partnerships, and the level of public
involvement in the development and implementation of the
plan.
Title Page
Plan to Increase Water-Use Efficiency at Local Authority Level
Prepared by: [Your Name]
, Position: Water Efficiency Consultant
Local Authority: [Insert name of municipality, e.g., City of Cape
Town]
Date: [Insert date]
Section A: General Orientation and Context of the Plan
1.1 Importance of Water-Efficiency Planning for South Africa in
Line with SDG 6 and Target 6.4 (25 marks)
South Africa is classified as one of the 30 driest countries in the
world, with an annual average rainfall of approximately 464 mm
—far below the global average of 860 mm. The growing
demand for water, exacerbated by climate change,
urbanisation, and population growth, has intensified the
pressure on existing water resources.
SDG 6 seeks to “ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all,” while Target 6.4
specifically focuses on substantially increasing water-use
efficiency across all sectors and ensuring sustainable
withdrawals to reduce the number of people suffering from
water scarcity. South Africa's National Water and Sanitation
Master Plan also prioritises aligning local water strategies with
SDG 6.
The development of water-efficiency plans is critical for the
following reasons:
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 2 June 2025;
100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and
explanations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE,ASSURED EXCELLENCE
Water scarcity is one of the pressing global environmental
issues, associated with numerous contestations and
geographical disparities. Since the inception of the United
Nations Sustainable Development Goals in 2015, national,
provincial, and local governments must situate their
development agendas within this global framework. South
Africa is generally considered to be a water scarce country. SDG
6 aims to ensure the availability and sustainable management
of water for all. Specifically, Target 6.4 of this SDG seeks to
increase water-use efficiency across all sectors, ensuring
sustainable withdrawals and supply of freshwater thereby
substantially reducing the number of people affected by water
scarcity. Scenario: All predications indicate that South Africa will
experience extended periods of drought in the coming years.
You have now been appointed as a consultant to develop a plan
aimed at increasing water-use efficiency across all sectors,
specifically to address future water scarcity at the local
authority level. The proposed structure for your report is
provided in the table below: Title Page Section A General
orientation and context of your plan 1.1 With specific reference
,to SDG 6 and Target 6.4 which aim to address water scarcity, by
ensuring sufficient water for the population, the economy, and
the environment through increased water-use efficiency across
all sectors of society, explain why it is critical for South Africa to
develop plans that will ensure water-efficiency for future
generations. 25 marks 1.2 Briefly describe the current levels of
water provision by the selected local authority and document
the risks that would arise across all sectors, if the predictions of
extended drought become a reality. 25 marks Section B
Proposed actions to be taken by the local authority 1.3 Create a
plan that outlines the precautionary measures necessary to
mitigate the impact of extended drought on water provision
across all sectors within the selected local authority. 25 marks
Section C Proposed actions to be followed by the various
stakeholders in the local authority 1.4 Develop a plan to raise
stakeholder awareness about the impact of drought on water
provision within the local authority. In your report, include the
types of consultations, partnerships, and the level of public
involvement in the development and implementation of the
plan.
Title Page
Plan to Increase Water-Use Efficiency at Local Authority Level
Prepared by: [Your Name]
, Position: Water Efficiency Consultant
Local Authority: [Insert name of municipality, e.g., City of Cape
Town]
Date: [Insert date]
Section A: General Orientation and Context of the Plan
1.1 Importance of Water-Efficiency Planning for South Africa in
Line with SDG 6 and Target 6.4 (25 marks)
South Africa is classified as one of the 30 driest countries in the
world, with an annual average rainfall of approximately 464 mm
—far below the global average of 860 mm. The growing
demand for water, exacerbated by climate change,
urbanisation, and population growth, has intensified the
pressure on existing water resources.
SDG 6 seeks to “ensure availability and sustainable
management of water and sanitation for all,” while Target 6.4
specifically focuses on substantially increasing water-use
efficiency across all sectors and ensuring sustainable
withdrawals to reduce the number of people suffering from
water scarcity. South Africa's National Water and Sanitation
Master Plan also prioritises aligning local water strategies with
SDG 6.
The development of water-efficiency plans is critical for the
following reasons:
