Latest Water conservation and supply News

Climate Change and Sustainability in the water industry

An event organised by the Institute of Water will bring together professionals from across the industry to discuss key issues and possible solutions. The forum, which takes place in Cardiff on 8 July, will consider Climate Change and Sustainability in the water industry will look at issues from the ‘waste’ side of the business. Speakers will include Jeremy Jones, Sustainable Drainage Advisor for Dwr Cymru Welsh Water; Mary Dhonau, Chief Exec... [more]

Reducing hot water consumption around the home is easy

Everyone can do their bit for positive environmental action by reducing their hot water consumption. Did you know that 25% of the average household energy bill comes from heating water? Therefore, by reducing your hot water consumption you can reduce your energy bill (and water bill if you are on a water meter), lower your household's (and those of the UK) greenhouse gas emissions, and help reduce the adverse effects of climate change. Reduci... [more]

OASIIS floating solar-thermal island produces industrial amount of electricity and distilled water

GreenFix Energy has announced OASIIS, a floating solar-thermal island capable of producing industrial amount of distilled water and electricity GreenFix Energy has announced the culmination of years of research and work into the development of the OASIIS technology invented and patent filed by Richard Henderson. Richard Henderson worked over a decade perfecting a technology that utilizes current solar thermal and OTEC technology in a whole new... [more]

Water savings of 42 litres per property per day are possible by installing a range of water-efficient products in homes

Waterwise has launched Phase II of ‘The Waterwise Evidence Base for Large-scale Water Efficiency in Homes’ which highlights that water savings of, on average, 42 litres per property per day (around 15%) are possible by installing a range of water-efficient products in homes and through encouraging customers to make behaviour changes. The report builds on the first report released in October 2008 and continues to demonstrate the savings that ... [more]

Free seminar presents the increasingly important issue of water efficiency

Water Efficiency in Kent, to be held in Ashford, Kent on April 12, is being organised by the Institute of Water in association with the Kent Water Demand Management Group and will bring together speakers from Government and the industry. Employees from water companies in Kent are being invited to a free seminar to learn more about the increasingly important issue of water efficiency. These will include the Kent Cabinet Member for Regenerati... [more]

Other Water conservation and supply news and reviews

Coppell water conservation holding at Stage 1
The Coppell water conservation and drought contingency plan is at Stage 1. The plan, which goes into effect every May 15 and continues until Sept. 15, is mandated by a city ordinance and by the state as well.

Water Conservation Alert Issued
Reservoirs that supply much of the Manchester's water have dropped to about 72 percent of capacity, nearing a stage when conservation will be more urgent.

Groundwater conservation moving ahead
A group of groundwater conservation districts in the region that includes Val Verde County have recommended desired future conditions for the aquifer that supplies all of Del Rio’s drinking water, conditions even more conservative than those recommended by the Del Rio City Council.

Water, weeds, climate change studied at UAPB farm
On Aug. 26, the Pearlie S. Reed/Robert L. Cole Small Farm Outreach Wetlands and Water Management Center opened its gates for the biannual University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Lonoke Farm Field Day.

CUC warns of low water pressure in schools
With classes in public schools starting Tuesday, the Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is enlisting the help of school administrators to conserve water due to an anticipated low water pressure.

Planners consider water supply
As Bucks County planners consider future land development, water is a major part of the equation.

Restriction compliance leads to âsignificantâ conservation in Florham Park
FLORHAM PARK – Just because it’s rained doesn’t mean residents can water their lawns or wash their cars anytime they wish, at least not for the duration.

The Barnett Shale search for facts on fracking
First in a three-part series

District protects water supply
Harper Scott Clark/Telegram Loren Herschler, a Clearwater staff member, draws water Wednesday from a Trinity Aquifer well in the Escarpment neighborhood near Nolanville. Water samples will be sent to the Lower Colorado River Authority laboratory in Austin for water quality testing.

Auburn water line break repaired; water's good to drink
The city of Auburn overnight repaired a major water line break on Franklin Street without having to shut down the water, Public Works Director Jerry DelFavero said. Residents can use their water this morning. It’s safe to drink and no...