Sergeant Company Limited's…

Sergeant Company Limited's excessive extraction of water from a well in Oro-Medonte for industrial aggregate washing is a deeply concerning practice with far-reaching negative consequences. The implications of such actions on both the local environment and the quality of drinking water are alarming.

Firstly, the substantial extraction of water from the well can lead to a drastic drop in the water table, causing adverse effects on surrounding water bodies such as streams, rivers, and wetlands. Reduced water levels in these ecosystems can disrupt the delicate balance of aquatic life, impairing habitats for fish, insects, and plants that depend on consistent water levels. The potential for long-term damage to these ecosystems is immense, jeopardizing biodiversity and overall ecological health.

Moreover, the industrial washing process itself can release harmful pollutants into the extracted water, which can subsequently find their way into nearby water bodies. Chemicals and sediments from the aggregate washing process, if not adequately managed, can contaminate local water sources, disrupting aquatic ecosystems and posing a direct threat to aquatic organisms.

Furthermore, the extraction of significant amounts of water for industrial purposes could also have serious repercussions for the quality of drinking water in the area. Lowering the water table and increasing the risk of contamination can compromise the safety and accessibility of clean drinking water for local residents. Dependable access to clean water is a fundamental human right, and practices that endanger this right must be stopped.

In a time when environmental consciousness and resource preservation are of paramount importance, such unsustainable practices must be met with strong opposition. It's imperative that both local communities and regulatory bodies take a stand to ensure that companies like Sergeant Company Limited are not allowed to exploit precious water resources at the expense of the environment and the well-being of the people who rely on these resources.

Sergeant Company should NOT be granted water extraction rights!