Published 16:31 IST, October 23rd 2019
Why waste water if you can reuse it?
The waste water from our homes merge into the rivers adding to the water pollution that is affecting us and the aquatic life. Here's how you can manage it:
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Indian states like Tamil Nu, Rajasthan and Gujarat have been under a major threat of water crisis for past few years. reason for this could be lack of a proper monsoon season for three consecutive years, water disputes with or states and a lack in proper manment. Freshwater, that we use every day is a n- renewable and irreplaceable resource. However, it can be reused in many ways for conservation. As we look for ways to recharge groundwater or revive our rivers and or water bodies, re are quite a few measures we can take at home to reduce water consumption.
water that we use in our households turns into eir greywater or blackwater. Bathwater, RO filtered water or even water in our air conditioners are some sources of greywater that are comparatively safer for consumption. Although, water is unfit for drinking, it can be used for watering plants or cleaning purposes. Using greywater t only helps in reducing our water footprints but also doesn’t d to prevailing water pollution in riverine bodies of our country.
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Three s of Greywater and ir uses:
· Air conditioner water
air conditioner condensates humidity in our rooms to water that generally flows out of outlets through pipes attached to it. This water can be collected and used for a variety of purposes in our homes as its clean. Although it’s t fit eugh for drinking, it can be used for bathing and washing utensils.
· Water filtered out of RO systems
RO or any water purifying systems in our house wastes a large amount of water while filtering out germs and chemicals that are present in water. water is usually saline in nature but can be used for cleaning purposes or even for washing machines.
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· Water flowing out of washing machines
Any sort of cleaning process in house requires a large amount of water. re have been many techlogical vances that reduce consumption of water but only to a certain limit. water flowing out of washing machines or sink while we wash utensils or clos can be used for watering plants. However, it can be used only if re is hazardous chemical used in soaps or detergents we use.
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reuse of greywater can help in reducing our water consumption to unthinkable levels, we just need to be aware of ways we can use this water. Being mindful of water us has helped many states and countries like Israel to overcome water crisis.
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Here’s how you can contribute to make every drop of water count -
Take pledge by logging onto www.republicworld.com or give a missed call on 1800 120 887788.
15:55 IST, October 23rd 2019