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WATER CONSERVATION PRACTICE [1 record]

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Record 1 2004-01-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Environmental Management
CONT

In many parts of the United States, the limited availability of drinking water has made water conservation practices mandatory. With water consumption at an all-time high, the costs of water and sewer services continue to climb. The good news, however, is that widespread reduction in water consumption could limit the need for new or expanded water and sewage treatment plants.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Gestion environnementale
CONT

La SCHL [Société canadienne d'hypothèques et de logement] s'intéresse à la recherche sur ces systèmes pour acquérir une meilleure compréhension des besoins de conception, d'exploitation et d'entretien, afin d'encourager l'adoption de techniques et de pratiques de conservation de l'eau dans le secteur de l'habitation.

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