Enhance long-term water security

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Increase the resilience of Greater Sydney’s water supply through a full range of options, including better conservation and more diverse sources

a.

Increase investment in water conservation programs in partnership with public and private sectors.

Sector:Water
Location:Greater Sydney
Lead agency:Planning and Environment
Implementation timeframe:Immediate Priority

b.

Progress planning and development for rainfall-independent water supply projects, including desalination, recycled water and interconnections.

Sector:Water
Location:Greater Sydney
Lead agency:Planning and Environment
Implementation timeframe:Immediate Priority

c.

Adopt integrated water cycle management approaches across the development of all NSW Government-led precincts and major projects.

Sector:Water, Land Use
Location:Greater Sydney
Lead agency:Planning and Environment
Implementation timeframe:Immediate Priority

d.

Incorporate stormwater harvesting and recycled water projects as standard practice of land use planning.

Sector:Water, Land Use
Location:Greater Sydney
Lead agency:Planning and Environment
Implementation timeframe:Immediate Priority