EN9 Water sources significantly affected by withdrawal of water.
Integrated Report 2014:
Barloworld's water use does not directly impact on any natural water sources. All of our water is obtained from local authorities in the areas where we operate. As water is principally used to wash vehicles, plant and equipment, it is not removed from the areas of source. After proper treatment, it is legally discharged into local reticulation systems.
Water monitoring systems are in place at most major sites to allow monitoring of consumption trends, identification of anomalies and mitigation against excessive and/or unnecessary use.
Some operations make use of borehole water for irrigation purposes which limits the burden on the municipal water supply. The consumption through boreholes does not in any way negatively or significantly impact on the source.