Ground Groundwater is a vital source of drinking water, irrigation, and industrial supply in Ghana. The Water Resources Commission (WRC) regulates the abstraction and use of groundwater to ensure its sustainable development and prevent overexploitation or contamination. Our responsibilities include: Issuing Water Use Permits for boreholes, wells, and other groundwater extraction systems. Monitoring groundwater levels […]

Water Use Water use refers to the lawful abstraction and utilization of Ghana’s water resources for various purposes including domestic, agricultural, commercial, industrial, and institutional needs. Under the Water Use Regulation mandate, the Water Resources Commission (WRC) ensures that all water users obtain the appropriate Water Use Permits before accessing surface or groundwater. Our work […]