Arab world water conference - Khaleej Times Online

SHARJAH — Over 200 scientists and experts from 25 countries are participating in a three-day international conference on "Water Resources – Technologies and Management in the Arab World," which was inaugurated by His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, at the University of Sharjah yesterday.

The conference has been organised by The Arab Science and Technology Foundation (ASTF), University of Sharjah and World Renewable Energy Network in collaboration with Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (Sewa), Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ISESCO) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).

Yesterday's email brought this message:

Dear Residents,

We are experiencing a reduction in water supply from SEWA (Sharjah Electricity & Water Authority. Therefore, we ask you to conserve water usage as much as you can.

Please note that the water in the gardens is not potable, and is for the sole use of irrigation.

We are not charged for our water use.