Secure supply

Prolonged interruptions of the water supply are virtually unknown in Germany, thanks to the high technical standards of water treatment and distribution systems and the continuous maintenance of the distribution networks. As a result, German water suppliers have the lowest figures of water loss in distribution systems worldwide. 99 percent of the population is connected to the public drinking water supply.

Approximately two thirds of Germany's drinking water come from groundwater sources. Although in general, water availability is sufficient to meet the needs, there are areas of water shortage. Dams and reliable long-distance pipes ensure that all citizens have permanent access to excellent drinking water without chemical contamination. The legal requirements set out in the Drinking Water Act and the EC Directive are met nationwide. Scientific institutions and water supply companies have jointly developed innovative water treatment technologies (e.g. ultrafiltration).

German experts have been working on water management strategies for other climatic regions, which have already been applied successfully under a wide variety of economic, social and cultural conditions.

The German water industry guarantees the long-term stability of water supply and sanitation services, a high quality of drinking water, and high sewerage standards. All this is provided in an economically efficient and sustainable manner - thus achieving outstanding customer satisfaction.