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Onsite sources of water such as air-conditionercondensate, rainwater, and foundation drainwater are often untapped resources that can helpsave significant volumes of potable water and wastewater.The use of these sources can reduce peakdemand on a utility and the subsequent need forfuture water treatment expansion to meet growingdemands. Capital costs are transferred from theutility to the user.Public and private interest in alternate on-site sourcesis growing, and there is much opportunity for those whomake use of it. However, further development of buildingcodes and regulatory guidance will be necessary toprotect public health and promote good design. Includes 7 references, tables, figure.

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Edition: Vol. 100 - No. 5 Published: 05/01/2008 Number of Pages: 5 File Size: 1 file , 410 KB