From The Magazine
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Energy options: are fuel cells the answer?
Environmentally friendly and commercially sustainable, fuel cell technology could revolutionize the way a number of plumbing appliances are powered, including hot water services and heat pumps. ... -
Solar power rises high
One of the world's largest financial institutions, Bank of America, is going green at its new headquarters-and it will save the bank money. -
Principles of good plumbing design
Twelve years ago Professor Mete Demiriz founded a unique plumbing research and development laboratory in Germany. -
India’s green plumbing jewel
The ITC Centre in India is more than a major office complex – it is a model for green plumbing of the highest standards … -
Are waterless urinals a health hazard or a water saver’s friend?
It’s not often that plumbing makes the daily news, but in late 2005 the Los Angeles Times ran a story about a controversial ruling on waterless ... -
Shower head efficiency
With more effort being devoted to development of products that contribute to a sustainable future, attention has turned to shower head performance. -
Building sustainable design
The City of Melbourne, Australia, has pushed the boundaries to make its new offices as efficient as possible in the use of energy and water. -
A new approach to water access
After decades of apartheid South Africa is dealing with many social and environmental problems. The plumbing industry is keen to do its share. -
The boat with no carbon footprint
Wastewater from the geWoonboot, a Dutch prototype carbon-neutral houseboat, is channeled to an onboard septic tank for initial treatment then transferred by sump pump to floating ... -
Addressing water use in green business precinct
Australia’s first WorldPark green business precinct is being developed in the Adelaide suburb of Keswick at an estimated cost of AU$150 million.
