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A water strategy created for you
When it comes to water management, going with the flow isn’t always the best strategy. Ensuring that your water resources are managed effectively requires a well-thought-out plan that accounts for today’s needs and tomorrow’s uncertainties.
BD Water’s Strategy Consulting services are all about helping you build a future-proof plan for your water use. We work with you to create a water strategy that is sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective, making sure you get the most from every drop.
BD Water’s Strategy Consulting services are all about helping you build a future-proof plan for your water use. We work with you to create a water strategy that is sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective, making sure you get the most from every drop.
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What is Water Strategy Consulting?
At BD Water, we take a holistic approach to water management. Our consulting service is designed to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to your unique needs. We begin by conducting a detailed analysis of your current water use and infrastructure, then work with you to identify areas for improvement, optimize efficiency, and plan for future needs.
Water Source Evaluation
Understanding where your water is coming from is the first step. We assess your current water sources - whether that’s mains, groundwater and which aquifer it is, surface water, or a combination - and evaluate their suitability for your goals. We also identify any risks to your water supply, such as changes in rainfall patterns, regulatory changes, or aquifer depletion.
Efficient Water Solutions
Water waste is not just bad for the environment - it’s bad for business. We help you implement strategies to optimise water use, ensuring that you’re using every drop as efficiently as possible.
By streamlining your water use and reducing water waste, we help you cut down on water-related expenses.
By streamlining your water use and reducing water waste, we help you cut down on water-related expenses.
Risk Management
The future of water in WA is unpredictable, especially in areas prone to droughts or regulatory changes. Our consulting service includes developing risk management strategies, such as multi-year water acquisition plans, infrastructure or other contingencies, to ensure that you’re prepared for fluctuations in water availability.
Plan for the Future of Your Water
In Western Australia, where water scarcity is a persistent concern, having a strong water strategy in place is essential. Simply having access to water isn’t enough; the real challenge is making sure that your water supply can support your long-term goals - whether that’s farming, industrial processes, or commercial operations.
A good strategy not only saves you money in the short term but also helps ensure that your water use remains sustainable and compliant with regulations over the years. Without a clear water strategy, you might find yourself facing unexpected shortages, rising costs, or inefficiencies that could create further challenges down the road, or even cut into your bottom line.
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A Custom Water Strategy
for Your Business
Every business has different water needs, which is why our strategy consulting services are fully custom built, meaning we work with you to develop a plan that fits your unique circumstances. Whether you’re managing a farm, running a commercial property, or overseeing an industrial site, we have the expertise to craft a water strategy that works for you.
We conduct an in-depth assessment of your current operations and identify areas where improvements can be made. From reducing water waste to improving sustainability, our team is dedicated to helping you make the most out of your water.
Planning
Water management isn’t just about addressing today’s challenges - it’s about planning for tomorrow. With climate change and increasing water demand, having a long-term strategy can bring great value. At BD Water, we create a flexible and forward-thinking water strategy that allows your operations to continue to thrive.
Ongoing
At BD Water, we believe that the best water strategies are those built through collaboration. We work closely with our clients, building long-term relationships that allow us to provide ongoing support as your water needs evolve. Whether you need help with compliance, cost management, or optimising your water use, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Evolving
Our forward-thinking approach means anticipating shifts in regulations, environmental conditions, and technology, ensuring that you remain adaptable and prepared for the future. We provide ongoing support and updates, ensuring that your water strategy evolves with the times.
Our Customers
What our clients and drillers say about us.
BD Water strives to build relationships that last. And what our people say about us means a lot.
We make water simple, and we do that from the first supplier to the final consumer.
Sallyann Bailey
Director, Nateis Contracting
David Saunders
Operations Manager, Purely Commercials
Think you may benefit from a water strategy?
Creating a robust water strategy is critical for ensuring the long-term sustainability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of your water use. BD Water’s Strategy Consulting service offers expert guidance, tailored solutions, and forward-thinking plans to help you make the most of your water resources - today and in the future. Let us help you develop a plan that meets your goals, minimises waste, and ensures you’re prepared for whatever the future holds.
Contact BD Water today to get started on building a water strategy that works for you and your business!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the implications of poor irrigation management?
Water is a valuable resource, and it doesn’t come cheap. If you have an efficient irrigation system, then you’re going to have a more attractive landscape, a more profitable farm, and a low water bill.
Water moves pesticides and fertilisers utilised in your crops into groundwater, which can impacts the safety of the groundwater coming from your bore. This can impact your health, your property and the environment.
Water is limited and the more of it that we use, the less there will be for other uses.
Do I need to apply for any licences?
We recommend you contact us directly so we can provide advice specific to your situation.
In general, most commercial or large properties in proclaimed areas (from the Hills line to the Coast) need a licence to drill and utilise the bore. If you are doing any of the following you’ll most likely need a groundwater licence to take water:
- Irrigating more than 1/2 an acre (2,000 square meters)
- Using the bore for commercial activity (feedlots, agriculture, construction, etc)
- Looking to utilise an aquifer deeper than the Superficial aquifer (bores generally deeper than 30 metres)
Another type of licence is a 26D licence to drill a borehole, which you need in case you are:
- Using the bore for commercial activity
- Looking to drill into a confined or semi-confined aquifer (bores generally deeper than 60 metres)
To ensure you are compliant with the legislation applicable to you, contact us so we can assess your property and give you specific advice for your situation.
What is water licensing?
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation started regulating the water use in WA because, simply put, we’re taking more water out of the ground than what’s going back in. This results in water levels dropping.
A groundwater licence is one of the ways DWER monitors and manages the amount of water being abstracted.
Water licences allow their holders to take more groundwater that the unlicensed standard amount to irrigate 1/2 an acre (2,000 square meters).
Do you represent the Department of Water?
No. BD Water is a private business and we do not represent the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation. BD Water owns Water Manager, which is also independent from DWER.
All information we provide is our own interpretation of their documentation and if unsure please contact us or confirm with DWER directly.
Does the water licence come with the property I’ve purchased?
By default, no.
In your contract of sale of the land, the licence transfer is usually included as a condition for the sale. However, this does not start the licence transfer process and the property settlement does not automatically transfer ownership of the water licence into your name.
You must notify the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation that there has been a change in ownership of the licence within 30 days of settlement. If you do not notify them, you will risk losing the allocation.
To notify, you must apply for a licence transfer. We can handle the licence transfer on your behalf. You can simply talk to us, and we will go through the whole process with you.
Why is the Department of Water looking to take/reclaim licenses?
Over the last 30 years, rainfall rates per year have been decreasing and bore abstraction rates have increased, which drops the water levels in the aquifers. The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has been tasked with bringing this back into balance by 2030, which is a huge task and will require further restrictions of water usage.
Decreasing the amount of water licences or allocations of the currently issued licences will result in a lower abstraction rate and rebalancing of the aquifers – so we can all continue to use groundwater, and do it in a more sustainable way, protecting our water resources and environments.