3 facts about water usage in Australia

Not dissimilar to the situation seen in recent Hollywood blockbuster Mad Max, water is a commodity in Australia. Our dry climate leaves many properties with precious rainfall, making it important to plan ahead with a high-quality polyethylene water tank.

Tens of thousands of litres of water can be stored in a tank and used throughout the year for a wide range of household or industrial tasks. It helps to ease the pressure of the water crisis, which PwC recently dubbed today's No. 1 concern.

Understanding the problem is the first step to solving it. To this end, we've highlighted three facts from the government about water in Australia that could be useful for anyone looking at a sustainable water-storage solution:

1) Australia is the driest populated continent on Earth: It's not only one of the most beautiful places to live, but also one of the most difficult. Our hot and dry climate brings little rainfall, while the sun's solar rays cause quick UV deterioration on low-quality outdoor products.

2) Australians are the greatest consumers of water: Per capita, we use more water than any other demographic on Earth. It doesn't sit too well with the first statistic, but the truth is, each person uses an average of 100,000 litres of fresh water every year. Imagine the savings you can make (financially and environmentally) by recycling the water that falls on your roof.

3) Average annual rainfall is only 469 millimetres: This varies depending on the region you live in and which way the weather's blowing, but, overall, we get a miniscule amount of rainfall. If you live in an area that receives around 1,000 millimetres per annum, like Sydney or Melbourne, you're in a slightly better position, though planning to harvest some of that rainwater is still a smart choice.

If you're looking for a new polyethylene water tank, contact your nearest supplier to find one that suits your needs.

By David Francis