Many times we think of energy only asWater Freedom System Reviewheating and cooling systems or providing electricity to our homes for televisions and other appliances. We fail to understand how much energy it takes to run other systems in the home.
For instance, a great deal of energy is required to deliver and treat the water we use every day in our homes. How much? According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, the amount of energy it takes to treat and supply the water we use every day is equivalent to the electricity needed t power more than 5 million homes for a year! With 23 states currently experiencing drought conditions and water shortages, water management is a responsible action to take, especially when you're planning to build a green home. Two money and energy-saving strategies which can be easily incorporated into an energy efficient home design are:
Reduce overall water usagein the home by specifying low-flow water fixtures, low-flush or composting toilets, installing aerators on all taps, and installing low-flow showerhead nozzles.
Specify a plumbing system that reuses grey water(wastewater from domestic usage such as dish washing, laundry and bathing) for flushing toilets, watering lawns, etc. (note: some grey water systems require approval by most local building jurisdictions, your architect will verify this prior to design).