Water conservation at work
Some of the actions you take to save water at home can also help your business reduce its water use.
Reducing water use at your business not only contributes to your community’s water conservation efforts, but also benefits your facility by:
- lowering operating costs
- saving energy needed for water heating, pumping and treatment
- improving your public relations image by demonstrating responsible water use
Water efficiency tips for business
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Conduct monthly audits of your company’s water-use records and look for ways to improve your water-saving efforts.
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Schedule regular inspections of water-related equipment, appliances, pipes and fixtures to check for leaks and effect repairs.
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Comply with local water saving requirements for your community and install water efficient fixtures and equipment.
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Shut off the water supply to any unused equipment or fixtures at your facility.
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Install shutoff valves to prevent freezing in water pipes instead of running water through the pipes continuously.
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Shut off unused or unneeded water-cooled air conditioning units to reduce water loads. Ensure cooling and heating systems are well maintained.
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Educate employees about water conservation at the workplace and build a workplace culture that emphasizes efficient water use at all levels of operation.
Resources
EPCOR
EPCOR has a list of water conservation technologies that can be applied in a commercial setting. This includes potential solutions for reducing water use in the kitchen and bathroom, and during sanitation and equipment cooling processes, and more.
WaterSense
The United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) WaterSense program provides resource materials to help you save water in your home, in your yard and at your business.
The commercial buildings section of their website offers detailed analysis and water conservation solutions for a variety of commercial building types, including:
- hotels
- industrial facilities and more
- office buildings
- restaurants
- schools
WaterSense resources for commercial buildings can help you:
- better understand water use and potential saving by facility type
- assess your facility’s water use and options to conserve water
- make the business case for investing in water conservation upgrades
Learn more about WaterSense best management practices to reduce overall water use.
Contact
Connect with Environment and Protected Areas’ Outreach Services:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 310-3773 (in Alberta)
Email: [email protected]