Integrating end uses of water modelling into demand forecasting

An integrated residential water demand model has been developed (i) at the household level where water is considered as to be an essential and fundamental commodity – where drinking water has no good substitute, (ii) that integrates the end uses of household water, and (iii) that incorporates the effect of water restrictions and rainwater tanks, which are identified as lacking in the literature review and survey undertaken. This model can be used as a tool to forecast residential water demand. Water authorities and relevant stakeholders can benefit from this integrated model in their planning of sustainable water management.