As the world confronts the growing scarcity of the most indispensable resource, fresh water, a global body of female thought leaders will convene  in Canada from 13-15 October to explore and better understand what’s at stake.

South African 'ecopreneur', Werner Neuhoff from Water Rhapsody, will present to the International Women’s Forum (IWF), comprising leaders from 70 nations in Montréal, Québec. Neuhoff will be presenting to this global audience for the Plenary Program – Ecopreneurs: The Blue Gold Rush.

The IWF is a global organisation of pre-eminent women of significant and diverse achievement. An anticipated 800-1,000 leading experts, advocates and catalysts for change will take part in this global dialogue that will focus on 'Water, Wealth & Power for the Eco-Century'.

According to Neuhoff, global leaders have recognised the importance of addressing future threats to water shortage. The conference will highlight the importance of water for everyday life and ensuring its availability in years to come. "I'll be talking about the current water situation in South Africa, the importance of water conservation and provide long-term sustainable solutions like rainwater harvesting from roofs and grey-water re-use," says Neuhoff.

Unfortunately South Africa's water sources are not in a better situation than the rest or the world. It is estimated that fresh water demand in South Africa will outstrip supply by 2025. The more frightening indications are that Gauteng will have water outages by 2016 and Cape Town will have serious water shortages by 2013.

"As South Africa, we represent the African continent. The water industry will become far greater than any other industry, including gold, minerals or oil," Neuhoff explains.

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