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 Water Efficiency Manual for Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Facilities |
Water use and allocation continue to grow as important local and global issues. Many water-consuming North Carolina businesses have already implemented water-saving practices and installed water-saving devices. These water-conserving businesses have realized more than just the environmental benefits for their behaviors; they’ve also enjoyed the cost-savings that go along with conservation.
Water-efficiency measures can reduce water and sewer costs by up to 30 percent. In addition, energy savings can be realized by using less energy for heating, pumping and treating water. Environmental benefits include increased water available to local stream ecosystems and underground aquifers, and decreased energy, infrastructure and chemicals needed for local water treatment.
This Web site is intended as a resource for those who want to get started conserving water. The Business and Industry Water Savers Web page lists case studies from businesses and industries that have implemented water-conservation practices at their facilities. In the Resources section, you’ll find everything from technical fact sheets and industry-specific information to printable brochures for employee education.
The N.C. Department of Environment and Natural resources recently updated its “Water Efficiency Manual for Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Facilities” [will link when manual finalized]. This manual is a great resource for industries to learn how to reduce water usage, improve efficiency and save money in their operations, and can help you get started with a water efficiency program.
The N.C. Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance is also available to help business and industry through on-site water audits and waste assessments or support over the phone. Just e-mail us at Need Help? or call (800) 763-0136.