Water Conservation

Partnership Opportunities Remain Ahead of CPC Navajo Nation Launch

October 9, 2018

American Standard Wins 2018 WaterSense Sustained Excellence Award

October 8, 2018

The EPA recognized American Standard for demonstrating a commitment to water conservation through the Beauty in Motion truck tour, which showcased the brand’s newest WaterSense-labeled shower heads, faucets, and ultra-high efficiency toilets.

IAPMO Solicits Proposals for 2020 We Stand

October 1, 2018

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This standard provides progressive codified requirements to optimize water use practices attributed to the built environment while maintaining protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

UA Members Donate to Navajo Nation Plumbing Challenge

September 27, 2018

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Navajo Nation CPC assembles skilled tradespeople to execute plumbing and construction projects that will improve living conditions in approximately 10 households.

Plumbing Manufacturers International Praises the Senate and House Committee

September 12, 2018

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PMI-Supported WaterSense authorization included in bipartisan comprehensive water infrastructure package.

Registration Opens for the 2019 ASHRAE Winter Conference

September 6, 2018

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Registration for the conference provides entry to the co-sponsored AHR Expo, to be held Jan. 14–16 at the Georgia World Congress Center.

Moen Looks to Recruit for a Unique Position

August 28, 2018

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Leading faucet manufacturer seeks unique position in quest to better experiences with water.

The Future is Now

Water-Positive Buildings Are Bubbling Up

When combined with modern technology, reclaimed water methods can be used effectively in commercial applications.

August 27, 2018

BF Nagy

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Capturing and reclaiming water, once an idea primarily of interest to environmentalists, is serious business today as municipalities’ aging water infrastructures and shrinking budgets are under stress. Combined with modern technology, these old ideas are finding new uses in commercial applications.

The Inevitability of Wastewater Reuse

A beginner’s guide to greywater systems standards.

August 24, 2018

Michael Warady

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Cities and states continue to decide what standard — Article 12C, Title 22 and NSF 350 — will work best for its residents. Regardless of the successes that these standards have thus far enjoyed, the goal should still be to create a single, standardized platform through which industry (and the public) can better understand the requirements imposed on them, as well as the potential risks of any onsite wastewater reuse system.

Hot Water Distribution Through Recirculation

A properly balanced recirculation system offers health and safety benefits.

August 22, 2018

David Desjardins

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To achieve comfort and efficiency in a hot water distribution system, many plumbing engineers are incorporating hot water recirculation systems into their designs. But to reap the benefits of such a system, balancing valves must be incorporated into design considerations.