Over 600 entities have registered for the Green Star Challenge

Boosts BWSSB's water-saving campaign in Bengaluru

Entities to adhere to "pancha sutras" or five principles of water conservation

In a significant stride towards water conservation, over 600 entities have registered for the Green Star Challenge within a mere two weeks, providing a substantial boost to the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board’s (BWSSB) water-saving campaign in Bengaluru.

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The enthusiastic response witnessed 416 apartments, 68 government organizations, 52 commercial establishments, two IT Parks, 13 IT companies, 32 hotels, 16 hospitals, and 11 educational institutions joining the initiative by registering for Green Star ratings through the BWSSB’s dedicated website.

The Green Star rating system, a brainchild of BWSSB, aims to promote water-saving practices by encouraging entities to adhere to the “pancha sutras” or five principles of water conservation. By achieving Green Star ratings, these establishments not only pledge to curtail water consumption but also actively contribute to enhancing water sufficiency in the region.

Outlined by BWSSB, the five principles of water conservation entail:

1. Implementing water-conserving technologies.
2. Increasing the utilization of treated water.
3. Employing technology for borewell management.
4. Embracing rainwater harvesting and digging recharge pits.
5. Disseminating awareness among patrons visiting these establishments.

BWSSB has reiterated its commitment to organizing further programs to gradually engage all consumers in this water-saving campaign, thereby fostering a culture of sustainable water usage across Bengaluru.