Many South African municipalities have initiated measures to realise a reduction in the current potable water usage, yet we have consistently failed to meet these targets. The possible reasons behind the failure on our part can, amongst others, be attributed to:

1. The high start up costs already incurred by homeowners to plant and maintain gardens which they do not wish to lose due to water restrictions or drought.

2. Water is currently fairly inexpensive and as such there is no concerted effort on the population to save as it does not affect the homeowners pocket adversely. The price of water, like our electricity, is set to increase dramatically this year.