Building height and water consumption
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And what we can learn from it
The city of Wayne, New Jersey, has a problem: its water system is reaching its limits. In order to control water consumption, new buildings should only be 2.5 storeys high. Why? The taller a building is, the more water pressure it needs – and the city cannot supply this indefinitely. Building height and water consumption are directly related in this case.
This decision shows how important it is to include water resources in building plans from the outset. There are also regions outside Wayne where water consumption is a critical factor. Water supply can be particularly difficult in remote or semi-natural areas – such as golf courses or national parks. Building height and water consumption should be considered in other regions as well.
The solution? Water-saving infrastructure. Modern, waterless sanitary solutions can help to reduce consumption without sacrificing comfort. This leaves more water available for other essential purposes. Hence, building height and water consumption need to be balanced with innovative solutions.
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