Items Tagged with 'water conservation'

The condition of underground sanitary drainage is crucial for community health, but aging pipes pose significant challenges globally. Traditional replacement methods disrupt daily life and harm the environment. Trenchless technology minimizes these issues, making it essential for creating sustainable and resilient cities.

Water conservation has become a critical issue, with over 4 billion people living in water-stressed areas. Effective water management is vital for both commercial and residential businesses to address consumer concerns and comply with regulations.

Sloan has introduced new initiatives to build on their history of sustainability efforts.

Check out the ways in which these companies are getting involved, making changes and learn how you can too.

Outdated pipe sizing standards are no longer suitable for modern multi-bathroom homes, especially post-COVID-19. The International Code Council is collaborating globally to update these standards for improved efficiency and health.

Labeled RO systems must be independently certified to use at least 50% less water than typical RO systems and send 2.3 gallons of water or less down the drain for every gallon of treated water produced.

National Toilet Tank Repair Month is dedicated to encouraging regular maintenance and repairs to ensure toilets operate efficiently and contribute to water conservation efforts.

New website content including a video explains how these systems consist of many parts, including pipes, valves, water heaters, fixtures and fittings, pumps and drains.

Water scarcity and quality are widespread issues in the US. Embracing sustainability is crucial to the evolution of plumbing, with tried-and-true fixtures and new advances making a healthier, more water-efficient reality possible.

Expanding the existing DLWC system by adding a fourth pipe will save 220 million gallons of water annually, reduce peak electricity demand by 60 megawatts, reduce Greenhouse gas emissions by 33,000 tons and boost the cooling capacity of the network by 60%.