Water Conservation in Textile Mills

The video discusses the significant water consumption by the textile industry in Bangladesh, highlighting the environmental impact of chemical waste discharge into the Ganges River. It addresses the water supply challenges in Dhaka, where infrastructure has been expanded but still struggles to meet demand. Innovative solutions like rainwater harvesting in factories are presented as cost-effective methods to conserve water. The video also projects a rise in water demand by 2050 due to population growth and industrial needs, emphasizing the importance of groundwater conservation. Finally, it touches on the difficulties faced by rural Bangladesh during monsoon seasons, where flooding affects subsistence agriculture.

What percentage of the globe's freshwater withdrawal is consumed by the textile industry?

• 8%

• 2%

• 4%

• 6%

How many deep tube wells did Dhaka City have around a decade ago?

• 1000

• 200

• 500

• 800

What is the size of the rainwater harvesting catchment installed by the factory in Dhaka?

• 60,000 square feet

• 80,000 square feet

• 50,000 square feet

• 70,000 square feet

By what percentage is Bangladesh's industrial demand for water expected to increase by 2050?

• 550%

• 440%

• 220%

• 330%

What proportion of Bangladesh's population lives in low-lying plains and relies on subsistence agriculture?

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%

• 70%