Reducing Water Wastage in the UK

Every business has different water needs from a small office based business to a large manufacturing plant. We have here compiled a list of general water saving tips for businesses to adapt to their own needs.

Educate your employees on the importance and practices of water efficiency

Know where your supply pipes run and where the shut off valves are

Check your metres at night or when no water is being used to monitor leakage

Make sure your pipes are protected against cold weather as leakage can increase after a burst due to frost

Use water efficient appliances in canteens or office kitchens

Determine where your wasted water is going and if or how you can recycle it in other areas of your business

Where possible, use a water butt to harvest rainwater for use in your business

Assess water using equipment to make sure there is no over filling

Set water usage targets

Install water efficient devices in bathrooms and canteens such as controlled or waterless urinals and automatic or spray taps

Look at our list of Water Saving Devices to fit into your office where applicable

Your water supplier may offer water audits to see how efficient your business’s water usage is. Some may even offer a personalised water management package to get the best water efficiency plan for your business. Contact your water company for more details.