Urban Water Crisis in Pakistan | Mismanagement, Scarcity & Sustainable Solutions

Water scarcity in Pakistan’s cities is not just a shortage — it’s mismanagement, poor planning, and wasteful use. In this episode with Dr. Nasir Javed, we explore the urban water crisis in Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, and other cities, including:

Over-extraction of groundwater and depletion of aquifers

Misuse of potable water for cars, lawns, and cleaning

Lack of water metering and fixed billing systems

Sewage mixing with drinking water due to old infrastructure

Corroded GI pipes, leaking joints, and negative pressure issues

Rainwater harvesting and Sponge City concepts

Surface water supply vs groundwater dependency

Urban flooding caused by improper drainage

Lack of treated wastewater management (97% of wastewater goes untreated)

Examples from Japan and other countries for sustainable water use

Solutions including 24/7 water supply, proper pipe installation, and digital elevation mapping

Dr. Nasir Javed emphasizes the need for planning, demand management, infrastructure improvement, and citizen awareness to tackle water scarcity effectively.

This episode is valuable for:

🌊 Urban planners & civil engineers
🏙️ City management & local governments
💧 Water management & sustainability professionals
🌱 Environment & climate activists
📊 Students & researchers in urban development #UrbanWaterCrisis
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#KarachiWaterProblems
#PeshawarWaterIssue
#RainwaterHarvesting
#SustainableCities
#PublicInfrastructure
#GroundwaterDepletion
#WastewaterTreatment
#WaterBilling
#UrbanFlooding
#SpongeCity

Видео Urban Water Crisis in Pakistan | Mismanagement, Scarcity & Sustainable Solutions канала Talks on Environment and Climate Change