OVERVIEW
For years, the U.S. has taken water for granted. Low prices and a lack of regulation have led to massive waste, poor infrastructure, and the illusion that we have an endless supply.
But that mindset is changing. We’ve seen drought in the Southwest U.S., water rationing in California, dwindling aquifers, and contaminated water supplies. These problems are not going to be solved by drilling deeper wells.
Water-saving appliances, improved wastewater treatment, and higher performance goals can all mitigate the damage. Here you’ll find resources on products and strategies you need to achieve these goals.
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WaterSense Offers Certification for Houses
News Brief
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New Type of Waterless Urinal Cartridge Focus of Lawsuit
News Analysis
A new type of cartridge for waterless urinals uses an elastomeric membrane as a trap and potentially lasts much longer than conventional cartridges. But it has been at the center of a legal settlement in which its manufacturer agreed not to sell it for use with certain urinals.
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2007 Energy Bill Promotes High-Performance Buildings
News Analysis
Although several important provisions were stripped from the federal energy bill, key improvements to appliance standards and building energy-efficiency standards remain.
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Bringing Water Back into the Discussion
Op-Ed
Most Americans treat freshwater as if it were limitless and free, even as water shortage is becoming a reality in many areas of the United States. But there are many cost-effective ways to reduce that consumption.
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Canadian Multifamily Project Earns LEED Platinum
News Brief
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Beneficial Bacteria Reduce Urinal Water Use
Product Review
The Ecoblue Cube uses beneficial bacteria to convert conventional flushing urinals to virtually waterless operation without significant installation costs, and avoiding the common pitfalls of waterless urinals.
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WaterSense Expands to Bathroom Faucets
News Brief
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California Law Raises Efficiency of Toilets and Urinals
News Brief
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Innovation in Urinals from Caroma
Product Review
Caroma has introduced two new urinals, one with a pint-sized, fluid-sensing flush mechanism and the other a waterless unit with a diaphragm rather than a trap.
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California Sues DOE Over Washing Machine Efficiency
News Brief
