Environment & sustainability
Our journey to a sustainable water cycle
Caring for our most valuable resource in WA is a big responsibility. We have 52,000km of pipeline servicing 2.6 million sq km. To put this in perspective, the combined length of our pipes would stretch around the equator 1.3 times. Think about what that means for plants and pumping power!
Located on the planet’s driest inhabited continent also means serious climate change impacts. Not to mention our soaring population and growing industrial demand.
To care for our land, air and waterways we need to be a global leader in planning for climate resilience.
Which is why, we're accelerating to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. It takes a passionate, determined cast of thousands to secure our water future. Working together across the state, we're already on the road to net zero. Here’s how.
Net zero news & updates
What is El Niño and how does it affect WA?
El Niño could bring warmer and drier conditions to parts of WA this summer and spring. Learn what actually is El Nino and what it means for your home and discover waterwise ways to prepare.
Planning beyond rainfall
Streamflow is declining, but we’re responding with innovation and long-term planning. We’re using alternative water sources and community action to secure Perth’s water future.
Wet winter belies true impact of declining streamflow to Perth dams
With recent rainfall across Perth and southern WA, it’s easy to assume our dams are full to brim. But the connection between rainfall and dam levels isn’t so simple.
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