We know that reducing water consumption is essential, but reusing water is also an important tool for more conscious consumption. In this format, there are individual and collective systems that you can install in your home, condominium or implement individually in your daily life.
The reuse of water for non-potable purposes, that is, activities that do not involve ingestion, can occur in two ways: drinking water after it has already been used for an initial activity, or through rainwater collection. To better understand the possibilities, follow Wewi's tips below:
Reusing water from the washing machine:
Washing machines consume a lot of water. For example, a five-kilo machine uses an average of 145 liters of water per wash cycle. Instead of letting all of this water go down the drain, reuse the rinse water for general cleaning tasks. To do this, use the machine's outlet hose to divert it and store it in a container.
Reuse of water from cooking food:
If you have plants, the water used to cook vegetables and legumes can be reused to water them - remembering that it is essential to wait for it to cool down first. By adopting this practice, in addition to avoiding waste, this water, rich in nutrients such as minerals and soluble vitamins, contributes to the healthy growth of plants.
