Municipal, Provincial/State, Federal Government Benefits:
- Saves energy by reducing demand at water treatment facilities for potable water. Energy used can be cut by up to 50%
- Reduces Green House Gas Emissions, by up to 50%, as less potable water
needs to be produced.
- Reduces costly storm and sewer drain repairs during times of heavy rain.
- Reduces the risk of flooding, sinkholes, and road repairs due to damaged
caused by drain failures.
- Saves on insurance premiums.
- Helps Canada comply with the Kyoto Accord and other International
environmental agreements.
- Municipalities can save on the cost of watering Athletic Fields, Treed
boulevards, flowerbeds, etc.
- Municipalities can reduce the cost of road washing.
- Promotes to overall awareness and better use of water.
- Helps showcase Canada as a world leader in Green Technology.
- Helps keep our watersheds clean and healthy.