Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Turning Wastewater to Drinking Water

How do you feel about drinking wastewater?  Check out this article on what many states are now considering to help alleviate water shortages.  By 2030 the UN estimates that over half of the world population will face water scarcity.  Many states are looking into using reclaimed wastewater for drinking water, while some already use wastewater for irrigation purposes.  Drinking wastewater may be hard to swallow for some, but with worsening water shortages, it's becoming a more viable option.  

Considering the droughts and shortages of water in many states, conservation of water is becoming ever so important.  Did you know that the average home wastes about 9,000 gallons of water each year waiting for hot water?  This number could be even higher if you have a larger home, think about getting a recirculator pump to reduce your wait time for hot water and to save water.  Visit our website for more ideas on what you can do to save water, or to calculate your water usage.  

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