Why Is It Important to Recycle Water?
We’ve all heard of recycling plastics, cardboard, paper and other materials. But did you know that water can also be recycled? It’s true, and it’s becoming increasingly popular worldwide. This post will answer all of your questions about reusing water, including what benefits you stand to gain from recycling water.
What are the benefits of recycling water?
Let’s start with the perks of recycling water. These are a few reasons to retrofit your business with a water purification system:
- Environmental factors: Overuse of water threatens our ecosystem. In fact, the United States Bureau of Reclamation reported that 21 fish species have gone extinct in 17 states due to overuse of the water supply. Recycling water can greatly reduce your ecological footprint.
- Cost: Water isn’t free—you get charged each time you use it, and utility companies charge higher fees when demand is greater. When you reuse water, you’re saving money in both quantity and price per unit.
- Energy consumption: Because it often needs to be heated, water usage is directly correlated to your energy bills. Conserving and recycling your water can also help reduce your company’s monthly energy costs.
- Infrastructure preservation: We’re lucky to have high-end water treatment facilities in the United States. But these treatment plants require constant upkeep to clean the water, which is expensive. If we focus on recycling the water we already have instead of sending it back to the treatment facilities, wear and tear on the facilities’ equipment is greatly reduced.
How is recycled water used in industrial settings?
We’ve covered a few of the reasons to recycle water, but you may still be wondering how industrial facilities utilize reused water. Here are a few of the ways:
- Lawn maintenance: If you want the property surrounding your facility to look its best, consider using your recycled greywater to water the lawn and plants. Greywater isn’t safe for consumption, but it’s perfectly safe for watering vegetation.
- Cooling: Using fresh water in your industry’s cooling equipment can get expensive and is a waste of water. Instead, retrofit your facility to use greywater inside all cooling equipment.
- Plumbing: Greywater can also be used for flushing toilets. Storing greywater for toilet use is a good way to save money on your high water bills.
Are there any cons to recycling water?
So, does it matter if you recycle water? The answer is yes! But we should note that recycling does have one major downside: the initial investment cost can be quite high. That said, purification systems pay for themselves over time due to reduced water bills. Plus, companies that are seen as “green” have a better reputation in the public eye.
What can Ultra Pure Water Technologies, LLC do for you?
At Ultra Pure Water Technologies, LLC, we specialize in providing customized water treatment solutions for businesses of all kinds. Whether you need a water purification system, water softener, reverse osmosis system or something else, we’ve got you covered. Reach out today to learn more about our services or to learn more about how much it matters that you recycle water.
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