1. Session 11 Water Saving Opportunities

2. EMSI Training
An Introduction to Water Saving Opportunities

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4. Water Saving Opportunities
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5. Water Saving Opportunities
Internal Water Use
•Tap
•Showerhead
•Bath
•Clothes
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6. Water Saving Opportunities
Internal Water Use
•Tap
•Showerhead
•Bath
•Clothes
External Water Use
•Irrigation
•Pool/Spa
•Alternative water source – rainwater, greywater
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7. Taps- Water Saving Opportunities
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8. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
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9. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install Tap Aerators
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10. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install Tap Aerators
•Install Flow Controllers
See more on waterrating.gov.au & livinggreener.gov.au 10

11. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install Tap Aerators
•Install Flow Controllers
•Install Flow Restrictors
See more on waterrating.gov.au & livinggreener.gov.au 11
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12. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install Tap Aerators
•Install Flow Controllers
•Install Flow Restrictors
•Check tap leaks
See more on waterrating.gov.au & livinggreener.gov.au 12
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13. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install Tap Aerators
•Install Flow Controllers
•Install Flow Restrictors
•Check tap leaks
•Avoid running water to wash things in the sink.
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14. Taps
•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install Tap Aerators
•Install Flow Controllers
•Install Flow Restrictors
•Check tap leaks
•Avoid running water to wash things in the sink.
•Avoid leaving tap running while washing or brushing.
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15. Tap Water Saving Opportunities
See more on waterrating.gov.au & livinggreener.gov.au 15

16. Showerheads
See more on waterrating.gov.au & livinggreener.gov.au 16

17. Showerheads
•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
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18. Showerheads
•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install flow controller
See more on waterrating.gov.au & livinggreener.gov.au 18

19. Showerheads
•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install flow controller
•Reduce shower times
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20. Showerheads
•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)
•Install flow controller
•Reduce shower times
•Check leaks regularly.
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22. Washing Machine
• High star rating - check the energy and water rating.
• Check for leaks regularly.
• Choose a washing machine that is right for your situation.
• Always wash full loads and wash clothes only when required.
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23. Toilet
• High water star rated toilet
• Repair toilet leaks
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25. Dishwasher
• Select high energy/water rating
• Fill your dishwasher before running
• Check for leaks regularly
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27. Swimming
• Top up swimming pools from a rainwater tank
or from a downpipe rainwater diverter.
• Use a pool cover to reduce water evaporation.
• Utilise alternative water to top up the pool,
e.g. bore water.
• Can the reject water be captured and reused
for garden watering?
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29. Outdoor Water Use
•Efficient irrigation system
•Flow control & Timer
•Install a rainwater tank to
supply to pool, toilet, washing
machine, etc.
•Install a grey water system for
garden use.
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31. Bibliography
Amazon. "Flow Restrictor". Accessed June 19, 2012.
http://www.amazon.com/Eemax-EX61-Restrictor-0-5-GPM/dp/B001G0E5CM
Aqua-Net Pty Ltd. External Water Use". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://poolcoversonline.com.au/
E & S Trading. "Taps". Accessed June 19, 2012.
http://www.estrading.com.au/blanco-fixed-long-spout-tap-b5809-wels-rating-4-st/w1/i1017906/
EnviroGadget. "Tap Aerator". Accessed June 19, 2012.
http://www.envirogadget.com/diy-green-gadgets/water-saving-tap-aerator-diy-kit/
G Store. "Internal Water Use". Accessed June 19, 2012.
http://www.gstore.com.au/catalog/bathroom-tapware-showers-c-17_19.html
WELS Scheme. "Shower Heads". Accessed June 19, 2012.
http://www.waterrating.gov.au/manufacturers/index.html
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32. The Introduction continues in Session 12
Tool Training

33. Session 11 Introduction