Office buildings offer a great opportunity to prioritize water efficient measures. One of the primary benefits of a water efficient strategy to a business is the financial savings. Over the past 10 years, the costs of water and wastewater services have risen at a rate well above the consumer price index, and office building managers […]
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Water Efficiency Checklist for Restaurants
The average restaurant uses 6,000 gallons of water per day. Increasing the water efficiency of the operation saves money, reduces the burden on the municipal water supply, and eases the impact on wastewater systems. A water efficient restaurant is one that uses at least 20% less water than the calculated baseline for the building […]
The definitive guide to WaterSense
WaterSense is a program that assists consumers with identifying high-performance, water-efficient fixtures that can reduce water and wastewater use, costs, and conserve the nation’s water resources for future generations. The program is sponsored by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and includes a rigorous third-party certification process to earn the WaterSense label. Reducing water […]
8 tree facts just for businesses
In celebration of National Arbor Day, here are the 8 tree facts that could have a significant impact on your business: Trees add value to your business, help cool your facility, break the cold winds to lower your heating costs, and provide food for wildlife. Here are some important facts about trees and […]
How Water Management is the New Energy Efficient
In observance of National Groundwater Awareness Week: “Currently, investment in three water management segments—software and services, water-efficient plumbing, and irrigation management—delivers economic and sustainability benefits, but the pace and scale of adoption varies significantly by region and customer sector.” Read the complete story to get ahead of the curve…