Tips for Business.
Whatever the nature of your business, often simple changes in behaviour or processes can save water and reduce your water bill. These water savings can also result in energy savings if heated or treated water use is also reduced.
This simple action plan is a great start to help take control of your water use.
Review your bills and meter readingsA billing changing from one period to the next, when there there hasn't been any changes on site should be a prompt for you to consider what else might have changes on site such as a leak or are you unaware of a piece of equipment running for longer than necessary? A simple way to check for leaks or unknown use is to take regular meter readings over a period when no water should be running, such as the weekend or overnight. Know your businessThink about where you use most of the water in your business - these are the key areas to target to reduce your consumption. Producing a sketch of your site, showing the water use in different areas will also help you to do this. Compare this information with the volume of water recorded on your meter to undertake a simple water balance for your site. Include your employeesYour employees are key to efficient water use, it is often their behaviour that can influence water use the most. Pay particular attention to how water is used in wash-down areas and kitchens - hoses and taps left running can use significant amounts quickly. Invest in water-saving productsSimply having the right fittings and appliances can save huge amounts of water. Try to invest in water-saving products - many have short payback periods. A quick win can often be achieved by fitting cistern displacement devices in appropriate toilets. If you are a Westmeath County Council customer you can order yours today. |