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Answers about water sources, possible uses and the information needed to assess a project.

What is water reuse?
Water reuse gives water another purpose after the treatment needed for its intended application. Potential sources and uses vary, so they need to be considered together.
What does non-potable mean?
Non-potable water is intended for uses other than drinking. That does not mean every non-potable source is suitable for every application.
Which water sources can be considered?
Potential categories include water from industrial processes, building sources and rainfall. Each category contains differences that matter to a project.
Can reuse support a cooling application?
Cooling is one potential industrial use. Suitability depends on the source, the cooling application and its operating requirements.
Can an existing building be considered?
Yes. Existing properties need particular attention to collection points, pipe routes, space and the way the building is operated.
Does one treatment system fit every source?
No. Source characteristics, intended quality and site requirements shape the assessment and design. An early source description should preserve those differences.
Are approvals part of the conversation?
Yes. Location, water source and intended use help identify the relevant project-specific requirements and authorities. A general description does not establish approval for a particular site.
Can you promise a recovery rate or savings figure?
A useful estimate requires project-specific evidence. Water availability, demand, system requirements and operating conditions need to be understood first.
What if we are only exploring?
That is a useful time to talk. Begin with the source, the proposed use and the questions you want a feasibility assessment to answer.
What should we include in the first enquiry?
The site type and location, the water source, the intended use and your contact details are enough for an initial outline. Do not include sensitive reports or operating records in this form.

Further reading: US EPA — Basic information about water reusehttps://www.epa.gov/waterreuse/basic-information-about-water-reuse

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