We examine three technologies touted to reduce our water use. Greywater systems can halve use, but are they worth the cost?
Rainwater systems – can the weather help with bills?
Wednesday: the rise of the composting toilet
Greywater recycling systems collect the water youve used in your sinks, dishwashers, showers and baths, and then clean it up and plumb it straight back into your toilet, washing machine and outside tap.
A system like this can reduce your water usage by about 50% so, if you switch to a water meter, you could potentially halve your water bills as well as reducing your water footprint.
In a couple of years, we expect to be selling it within £300 to £400 price bracket.