Green Kitchens & Baths<br>High-Performance Performance
Specifiers and contractors find endless options for efficient water conserving toilets and fixtures.
“Studies indicate that converting to water efficient toilets, showers and clothes washers, results in a household water savings of about 30 percent compared to conventional fixtures. A change to high-efficiency toilets alone, reduces toilet water use by over 50 percent and indoor water use by an average of 16 percent. This translates into a savings of 15,000 to 20,000 gallons per year for a family of four…
“The general public also benefits directly from water conservation measures. Practiced on a wide basis, efficient use of water resources helps reduce the potential need during drought periods for water restrictions such as bans on lawn watering and car-washing. Savings to the consumer from lower water bills, depending on local water rates and actual use, can range from $50 to $100 per year. Many hotels, motels, and office buildings are finding that new fixtures are saving them 20 percent on water and wastewater costs.”