How will Kazakhstan control drinking water consumption in car washes?
According to the deputy minister, the water code, in effect from 2025, requires rational use of water, but some entrepreneurs continue to use drinking water for technical needs.
Legal entities and individual entrepreneurs use drinking water from water supply systems for technical needs, including washing cars. In this regard, the ministry, together with the water inspectors in the basins and water supply organizations, is carrying out explanatory work on the requirements for the implementation of the water legislation. Also, work is being done to clarify information about all car wash stations and expand the introduction of water reuse technologies, Salimov said.
According to the deputy minister, the water code, in effect from 2025, provides a rational, economical and efficient use of water resources. At the same time, some entrepreneurs continue to use drinking water for technical needs.