# Groundwater scientist Surina Esterhuyse says proposed regulations by the Water and Sanitation Department are a key step to curb overuse and pollution. The draft rules will require borehole registration, water monitoring and stricter drilling standards. However, she warns that the department fails to address climate risks as South Africa becomes hotter and drier. In her opinion piece on Money Web, Esterhuyse says as demand for water increases, groundwater is often seen as an accessible water supply option. She warned that population growth and urbanisation add to these pressures.
Scientist says proposed groundwater regulations should prevent overuse and pollution