Water conservation / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

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...water requirements. Place plants that need more water (e.g., vegetables, fruit trees) in a small, dedicated zone near a water source. Group low-water plants together in a separate zone, away from the frequent watering of other plants. This targeted approach prevents overwatering and conserves water. Tips for choosing t...

...conservation at home for more! Drain water heat recovery What is drain water heat recovery?  Before entering your water heater, the cold water feed goes through thin copper pipes wrapped around the drain. Heat from the draining water therefore warms the incoming water before it enters the water heater. This is anothe...

...water catchment system If it is not for financial reasons, why are you installing a water tank? Here are some reasons: To do your part for water conservation; to be able to water your garden with some independence from water restrictions; to use rainwater for laundry, showers and toilets; for increased water independa...

...water heat recovery:  One of the most overlooked ways energy leaves a home is from hot water going down the drain, taking your money with it. The concept of grey water heat recovery is to reclaim that heat before it leaves your house. It simply involves your cold water feed taking a short detour before entering your wa...

...water from the sink to flush the adjoining toilet. The execution is nothing less than stylish. Though compact, the Eco Bath’s water tank is comprised of two compartments, one that holds drainage water from the adjoining sink and one that contains fresh water in case the need to flush occurs before the grey water tank i...

...water, we watch a lot of water go by for no reason. Taking shorter showers and smaller baths, limiting flushing, and washing your hands with cold instead of waiting for hot are some pretty simple ways that can significantly reduce your consumption. Water plants with the water from dehumidifiers or leftover water in dri...