Development should be ‘sustainable’, not harmful was said by government Secretary, PHED and Ground Water Department during the summit held in Rajasthan.
Dr. Samit Sharma, Administrative Secretary, PHED and Ground Water Department, said that all industries should be made water neutral and self-sufficient. There should be arrangements for rainwater harvesting and wastewater treatment plants.
There is a need to develop and opt for such technology, which reduces the use of water. These steps will ensure that the development taking place in our country is sustainable and not harmful to the environment.
He said this on Friday at the 7th edition of the Environment Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
On this occasion, citing the example of countries like Japan and Israel, he said that there is a need to make a positive contribution in the system of water management.
He urged the people present to try to prevent misuse and wastage of water supply in their homes as well, in view of the huge shortage of ground water in the state as we always max out the use of ground water if water shortage knocks at our door.
7th edition environment summit held in Rajasthan
Member Secretary of Rajasthan State Pollution Control, Mr. N Vijay, who was present on the occasion, said that sustainability is an ideal situation, for which the society needs to strive.
THREE PILLARS OF SUSTAINABILITY
He emphasized the need to maintain a balance between the three pillars of sustainability – economic, social and environmental – through a comprehensive and holistic approach. To maintain this balance, he highlighted several necessary steps to be taken, including promoting inclusive growth, ensuring equitable access to basic services and conserving natural resources.
Awards were distributed to 14 green rating companies at the Environment Summit. These included Hero Moto Corp, Daikin, HPCL and other companies.
It is noteworthy that as a special initiative to encourage industries to operate in accordance with various standards keeping in view environmental protection, the selected industries under the Green Rating Award are being given relief in consent fees and more validity time than prescribed.
Sessions were organized in the programmed on the topics ‘The Role of Policy and Regulation in Green Revolution’ and ‘The Path Forward: Carbon Reduction, Embracing the Circular Economy’.