Introduction
What is water waste?
used water
what is potable water?
water that is safe to drink
How much water does it take to power home appliances?
10 gallons
What does Energystar do?
They give information for consumers to rely on
What is required in order to gain sustainable energy?
Collaboration, integration, and help from everyone in general
How can water be used for energy?
hydropower
what is the purpose of watersmart ?
limit water consumption
How much water does one person use in 1 day?
80-100 gallons
Where do we use water the most?
Lawns
Net zero can refer to energy, water, or other resources but it all means that the output is equal to the input or the usage ( whatever is being consumed, is being replaced)
what is water reduction?
using water efficiently
what is water augmentation and how is it beneficial?
the replacement of water that is used in a project to protect existing water
What is the purpose of low flow toilets/urinals?
conserve water
What two things can you combine with fixtures and appliances to conserve water?
Graywater and harvesting rainwater
How many people are predicted to be without water in the near future?
2/3 of the world, 5 billion of 7-8 billion people
why should we use water reduction?
save money
what is graywater and where does it come from ?
its wastewater that can be reused for many purposes it comes from bathwater etc
What do high efficiency appliances do?
minimize water usage
What is four ways to save water?
Low-flow shower heads, aerators, low-flow toilets, and high-efficiency washing machine and dishwasher
What does it mean to think blue?
Thinking blue is similar to thinking green in environmental terms, but is more specific to how we are using water and how we can use it better
what is a material used for water reduction?
catalytic carbon
how is rain water harvesting helpful?
used for irrigation of plant life and landscaping
What is the point of water heaters?
To regulate the rate at which air changes temperature
what is the purpose of smart water sense
help with water and energy efficienciely
What is a cachement region?
Bioregion based on natural systems of water cycles