As the use of solar technology expands, the rollout of solar-powered water pumps is expected to significantly enhance the availability of safe drinking water around the world. Groundwater – the water stored in between rocks underground – contributes almost 99 percent of the unfrozen fresh water found on Earth. In Africa, where many do not have access to clean drinking water, there is thought to be around 20 times more groundwater than that in lakes and reservoirs. And yet many countries across the continent experience severe water scarcity, with many communities lacking the equipment needed to access the water located just a few metres underground.
Around half of the world’s population currently relies on groundwater for drinking, demonstrating the huge potential of tapping into this supply in other regions. It is much more reliable than surface water during times of drought, making it a critical water source on a…
