Water management specialist, Cistermiser, has welcomed what it dubs the ‘ ambitious’ water-saving targets for commercial buildings recently set by DEFRA.
These include a national goal to reduce water leakage by 37% by 2038, and 50% by 2050, along with specific targets for commercial buildings to achieve a 9% reduction in leakage by 2038, and 15% by 2050.
“Water efficiency is no longer optional; it’s essential,” said Cistermiser MD, Richard Braid. “We are proud to support DEFRA’s bold goals by providing practical, scalable solutions that make a real difference. Our technologies empower businesses to intelligently take control of their water usage, reduce waste, and contribute to a more sustainable future.”
Cistermiser adds that ‘water scarcity and efficiency have become critical challenges for the UK, and DEFRA’s targets underscore the urgent need for action’. The company said: “A leaking toilet, for example, can waste between 200 and 400 litres of water per day, often unnoticed, while a dripping tap can waste around 5,500 litres annually – losses that can be easily prevented with simple solutions. Cistermiser is committed to supporting these ambitions with innovative technology designed to optimise water usage in commercial and public sector buildings.
The company says its portfolio of water management products, including ‘innovative’ urinal controls, flush management systems, and intelligent washroom solutions, helps businesses proactively address water waste. It said: “By integrating smart monitoring technologies like these, users can identify and mitigate water leakage and waste accurately, reducing unnecessary water consumption without compromising on hygiene, while enhancing the sustainability of their water management practices. These solutions align with DEFRA’s goals by offering proven pathways to measurable water savings, ensuring that businesses contribute effectively to the national effort to conserve this vital resource.”
Acknowledging that meeting the targets will require a collaborative approach, Cistermiser is actively engaging with water utilities, Facilities managers, and policy-makers ‘to create and implement best practices for water management.’ It said: “Ongoing research and development initiatives aim to provide innovative tools that address both current and future water efficiency challenges.”
