Water Efficiency
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Is America Ready for a Home Urinal?
The Waterless Company has introduced a non-water-using urinal specifically targeted for the residential market.
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The DOE Showerhead Rule: Someone is all wet
New proposed federal rule interpretation defining showerheads more restrictively has both plumbing manufacturers and water conservationists up in arms
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Pressure Reducing Valves Save Water and Prevent Problems
Pressure-reducing valves, an element of EPA’s WaterSense® new homes specification, are green: they can save water, increase the service life of plumbing system components, and reduce risks of water leaks
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WaterSense® Labeled New Homes Make Sense
EPA’s new specification for water-efficient homes works well for all sorts of builders and remodelers
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Niagara’s Innovative 0.8 gpf “Vacuum-Assist” Stealth Toilet
A new toilet from Niagara pioneers a radically new flush technology--and uses just half as much water as standard toilets.
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Water: The Backseat Driver
Welcome to our new blog dedicated to the issues of water, water efficiency, and water policy
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Using a Roof for Rainwater Harvesting
A 4,400-gallon-per-month rain-collection system provides seasonal water supply for a home on an ecologically sensitive coastal site
