Treated water billing and payment go digital in Kuwait
Sources indicated that the initiative aligns with the ministry's broader efforts toward digital transformation and improved service quality, particularly in the agricultural sector where treated water plays a vital role. The system will allow beneficiaries to easily track and settle their bills through unified, secure electronic platforms, thereby reducing delays in payment.
The sources added that the project is expected to bolster transparency and improve integration between government systems responsible for water resource management and the recovery of outstanding dues owed to the state.
Meanwhile, in light of the ongoing heatwave and soaring temperatures, the Ministry of Electricity and Water urged citizens and residents to reduce electricity consumption during peak hours. In a statement released via the Sahel app, the ministry emphasized the collective responsibility of the community in rationalizing electricity use to help maintain the stability of the national power grid and ensure an uninterrupted supply for all.
The ministry also called on the public to avoid excessive use of electrical appliances during peak hours and to adopt energy-efficient practices. Community cooperation, it noted, is essential to sustaining grid performance and preventing undue strain on the system.
Yesterday, the electrical load index reached 16,886 megawatts, nearing the 17,000-megawatt threshold, as temperatures soared to 51 degrees Celsius.
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