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Join us at the Water Efficiency Seminar to learn about water efficiency techniques, products, and case studies. Explore financial savings, bill analysis, water balancing, and more. Register now!
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WYG Environment Fenland Green Business Club Introduction to Water Efficiency Seminar The Boathouse, Wisbech 30 November 2010
Introductory session Water efficiency and quality a regional perspective Anglian Water – Paul White Water efficiency a regulatory perspective Darren Smith, Environment Agency Water efficiency techniques and products Paul White, WYG Water Efficiency Case Study – Garden Beauty Paul Burrr, WYG Financial savings from bill analysis Robin Gregory, Water Audit Services Monitoring water use Paul Burr, WYG Agenda
Welcome to the Fenland Green Business Club Water Efficiency Seminar What do you want to get out of today’s session? Introduction
Water Efficiency and Quality – A Regional Perspective Presented by Paul White, WYG Anglian Water Presentation
Water efficiency - a regulatory perspective“Good for business, good for the environment” Darren SmithSenior Environmental Planning Officer (Water Resources) Environment Agency -
WYG Environment Water Efficiency Techniques Paul White, WYG
Bill analysis Regular meter readings Data logging Water balance Measuring Water Use
What is a water balance? Initial analysis of your water use and disposal Make a diagram of your business' water use Finalise the detail of your water balance Quantify and record your water use Use your water monitoring information to save money Water Balance
Educate staff Appointing dedicated member of staff Water management – setting targets for improvement. Check for leaks Fixing leaks, drips and faulty equipment Protect from leaks Consider water efficiency when purchasing new equipment Water-minimising controls Water re-use Water Efficiency – The Basics
Toilets and kitchens Urinal controls Retrofits to cisterns Water displacement devices Taps Showers Where to Save Water – All Businesses
Grounds maintenance Low evaporation sprinklers Trigger hoses Plant selection http://www.awdirect-savewatersavemoney.co.uk/products/garden-water-saving-plants Where to Save Water – All Businesses
Garages / vehicle and equipment cleaning facilities High pressure washers / steam cleaners Trigger hoses Use grey water – previously used water or rainwater Closed loop system Drainage from the facility – where is it going? Where to Save Water – All Businesses
Grey water recycling Grey water Treatment Disposal Use Storage
BS 8515:2009 Rainwater harvesting systems. Code of practice BS 8525-1:2010 Greywater systems. Code of practice UK Rainwater Harvesting Association (UKRHA) Standards
Product recovery Cleaning in place Cleaning and rinsing techniques Monitoring and adjusting water flow Re-evaluating processes Sub-metering Process plant: Re-use of cooling water Efficient cooling towers Liquid ring vacuum pumps Think about effluent as well Saving Water in Industry – Common Techniques
http://www.wrap.org.uk/business/sme/rippleffect/ Registration deadline 31 January 2011 Support Available
Enhanced Capital Allowances – Water Technology List http://www.eca-water.gov.uk/ Support Available
Other support options: Check trade bodies Water companies UK Rainwater Harvesting Association Green Plumb - www.ciphe.org.uk/GreenPlumb/ Support Available