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Switch to green wastewater infrastructure could reduce emissions and provide huge savings

Envirotec Magazine

A group of researchers says they have shown that a transition to green wastewater-treatment approaches in the US, away from greywater treatment, could save $15.6 College of Engineering explores the potential economic tradeoffs of switching to green infrastructure and technology solutions that go beyond existing greywater treatment practices.

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Water Conservation Guide for Business: 20 Tips To Reduce Water Usage

Green Business Bureau

Continuing to waste this potentially reusable water will not only add to the ever-growing demand for water nationwide but can also lead to pollution if contaminated water is dumped into rivers and oceans. Tip #19: Irrigate with Reused Water – Use reclaimed water, harvested rainwater, or greywater for plant irrigation.

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Peers sought to build urban resilience platform

Envirotec Magazine

Other issues arising include flood damage to buildings and other street infrastructure; sewer overflows polluting watercourses and water bodies and the declining quality of our lakes, rivers and reservoirs. The harvested rainwater can also be repurposed for irrigation and greywater domestic use.