Precious commodity: Malaysia is actually blessed with a large quantity of water resources but there is concern whether we are prepared to face water security challenges in the future. — The Star
ON the desert planet of Arrakis, water is so scarce that the people wear special suits that can absorb the body’s moisture, mainly sweat and urine, to be recycled into drinkable water. Fortunately, that planet is fictional (from the science fiction novel Dune by Frank Herbert). Yet, with all the water crises – droughts and unscheduled water disruptions – that we seem to be facing every year, especially those in the Klang Valley, one can’t help but wonder if we would need such body suits in the future.
Some might find it hard to believe but our country is actually blessed with a large quantity of water resources. We are fortunate that in terms of water, Malaysia is nowhere near the arid Arrakis.
