WORLD WATER DAY: WATER – A PRICELESS NATURAL RESOURCE

Water is also one of the natural renewable sources of heat. This means that it is not only important for our hydration and hygiene but consequently also for our comfortable living and heating.

Groundwater

is one of the heat sources utilized in heating living spaces with a heat pump. The heat of groundwater is a very favorable heat source for utilization with a heat pump. Its advantage lies in a relatively constant temperature level, which is approximately between +7 and +12 °C. To harness groundwater, two wells need to be drilled in the ground near the building, one for pumping and the other for returning groundwater. It should be emphasized that groundwater is not contaminated during this process.

We must always be rational in water consumption, whether it’s cold or hot sanitary water. Water is not abundant in our ecosystem, so we need to be conservative in its use. This applies not only to the consumption of drinking water but also to the use of hot sanitary water.

Sanitary heat pumps enable an exceptionally rational preparation of hot sanitary water. This simple and cost-effective system allows significant savings in the costs of heating sanitary water, carefree days outside the heating season, and the option to cool smaller spaces, such as a pantry or cellar. Energy-saving in heating sanitary water also means less water pollution, creating a circular effect like water itself.

Here are some simple measures to reduce water consumption:

1. Limit your shower time to 5 minutes. Use lukewarm water, which is most suitable for the body. Avoid bathing as it involves significant water consumption.
2. Close the tap while brushing your teeth and shaving. You can save up to 60 m3 of water annually.
3. Use a dishwasher, which is more water-efficient than washing dishes by hand.
4. Ensure that washing machines and dishwashers are always full. Soak dishes and do not rinse them under running water before loading them into the dishwasher.
5. Use water used to wash fruits for watering plants.
6. Use a dual-flush toilet for flushing.
7. Use rainwater for watering gardens. Water in the morning or evening, directly at the plants, and not the entire bed.
8. Wash cars in a car wash where water consumption is lower, and wastewater is properly managed.

We’ve already revealed how to save on hot sanitary water consumption. If you also want to reduce the costs of heating hot sanitary water, you can do so with an appropriate sanitary heat pump. Contact us for more information!