United Nations has been observing World Water Day on March 22 every year since 1993 to create awareness about water scarcity in the world. A core focus of World Water Day is to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030.
The theme of World Water Day 2022 is "Groundwater: making the invisible visible". Groundwater is the water present beneath Earth's surface in rock and soil pore spaces and in the fractures of rock formations. About 30 percent of all readily available freshwater in the world is groundwater.
Know how you can contribute to conserving ‘Groundwater’
Reduce Chemical Use
Utilize fewer synthetic substances around your home and yard, and make a point to discard them appropriately – don’t dump them on the ground!
Establish effective groundwater monitoring
Use modern monitoring methods for groundwater levels and hydrochemistry with data transparency in all areas where groundwater is a significant resource. Effective monitoring networks are still rare, but modern cost-effective methods exist, including technology for real-time data recording. In most cases, the data should also be fully available for the public, to view on their smartphones or tablets.
Don’t Let It Run
Stop the water when you brush your teeth or shave and don’t allow it to run while hanging tight for it to get cold. Keep a pitcher of cold water in the cooler all things being equal.
Select low water-use plants
Select low water-use plants and limit the amount of pesticides and fertilizers used in your yard. Minimize runoff, which can carry chemicals into surface water and groundwater.
Fix the Drip
Use water wisely. Take short showers, run only full loads of dishes and laundry, and repair leaks promptly.
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
Reduce the amount of "stuff" you use and reuse what you can. Recycle paper, plastic, cardboard, glass, aluminum and other materials.