The government is working on introducing a rating system for water fixtures similar to the star ratings of electrical appliances said D Thara, Additional Secretary, MoHUA and Mission Director, AMRUT 2.0.
D Thara said, “The Government is in the process of bringing in a rating system for water fixtures similar to the star rating of electrical appliances. The new rating system will have 3-, 4- and 5-star water fixtures based on their water efficiency and this rating system will come under one umbrella that is Bharat Tap. We have now roped in the Indian Plumbing Association and all manufactures to adopt and promote these standards and bring in water efficient fixtures.
Bharat tap is a collaborative effort which was formulated under AMRUT 2.0 to drive water efficiency, and this can be achieved only if water outlets are efficient, be it sanitary fixtures or taps. Data derived from this initiative shows that on an average over 30% of water can be saved.
“The issue that we face today is that there is not enough data available to consumers to assist them in making informed decisions when purchasing sanitary fixtures. We need to start quantifying how much water is wasted in each activity and how it adds to the overall cost of water,” said D Thara.