It seems that with each passing year, more and more businesses are placing a growing emphasis on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). And rightly so.
According to Business in the Community Ireland, CSR “is a concept whereby enterprises integrate social and environmental concerns into their mainstream business operations on a voluntary basis.” CSR not only benefits the environment, it benefits the individual businesses too, as 45% of Europeans surveyed as part of the Annual WIN World Survey 2022 said it has an impact on their purchase decision. CRS encourages us all – individuals, SMEs, multinationals and countries to assess our environmental impact.
One way businesses can play their part is to be more mindful of their water supply. To give you an idea of how rethinking water supply can support sustainable development, we’ve pulled together some useful information that you can consider implementing today.
What are the Key Considerations of Water Supply
When we think of sustainable water supply, there are two key considerations:
1. Choice of pumps: Choosing to use high-energy efficiency, correctly sized pumps is a great way to ensure sustainable water supply. These offer long lifespans, so you get the added benefit of having resilient, reliable pumps. Planning ahead will also ensure you install pumps that will cater for growth in the future if needed.
Furthermore, it’s important to note the benefit of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs). These allow pumps to operate at variable speeds, meaning they can adjust their flow rates to match the changing needs of the operation.
2. Low carbon emissions: There are many opportunities throughout the construction of a water system to reduce emissions. It could be the construction methods employed on-site, the use of concrete or plastic, or drilling during pipework.
Transport is also a consideration, of course, so it’s wise to assess whether any manufacturing can be done off site. This means less transport and emissions which will lead to more sustainable processes.
What are the Sustainable Methods of Water Use?
Sustainable water use is now an important topic for many businesses as they establish systems to become greener. For instance, many now consider carbon emissions related to rainwater harvesting versus treated water. That’s because buildings using harvested rainwater or treated greywater typically increase greenhouse gas emissions, while rainwater harvesting helps better manage runoff and water scarcity.
One sustainable method of water use is to get yourself a Service and Maintenance contract. Existing infrastructure can be assessed through an energy analysis to check if it’s operating efficiently and if not, it can be optimised to meet your needs. This type of predictive maintenance will help to detect potential pump issues before they cause downtime or major failures and, in turn, create improved system reliability and reduced maintenance costs.
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What is Sustainable Water Technology?
Sustainable water technology comes in many forms.
As previously mentioned, Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) adjust their flow rates and use less energy than a standard pump with a constant flow. This means that the pump isn’t always running at its highest functional capacity level and consuming unnecessary energy. In fact, VSDs can reduce energy use by as much as 70%. Smart Pumps are also equipped with sensors and other advanced features that allow them to optimise their performance based on real-time data.
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Equipment performance may undergo a gradual decline over time, which is why it’s important to monitor and log essential parameters such as pump runs, flow rate, and consumption to identify preliminary signs of potential issues. Monitoring your water supply and usage like this will help you to move towards a sustainable future. That’s where technology like Campion Connect and its range of benefits come to the fore.
Available on desktop and mobile, Campion Connect provides live information of your water and wastewater system. This technology allows for efficient pumping monitoring and preventative maintenance, identifying potential issues before they become major problems. Ideal for sustainability-conscious businesses, Campion Connect monitors functions such as:
- Tank water level
- Pump valves
- Water quality
- Water pumps
- Water flow rate
…and much more.To see Campion Connect in action for yourself, book a demo today.
What is an Example of a Sustainable Water System?
A trend across multiple sectors is the move towards more sustainable water practices, such as rainwater harvesting which allows you to build up a reserve that can be used for several functions when required. There has also been an uptake in energy performance assessments and an increase in people opting for more expensive, smarter pumping systems. The benefits here is that smarter pumping systems provide greater payback time, the amount of time it takes for an energy system to generate the amount of energy equivalent to the amount that took to produce the system.
Precast design and fitting are becoming more common, which is an excellent move from a sustainability standpoint. The construction stage of the project has a major impact on sustainability, so any measures that can be taken to reduce carbon footprint here should be implemented.
Campion can Help You Achieve Your Sustainability Goals
At Campion, we offer a full range of energy saving solutions for your water and wastewater system. This includes products and system units that will contribute towards reducing the energy costs and help your pump system run more efficiently.
Furthermore, our very own Alan Campion is qualified in Pump System Optimisation and in the ISO 14414 Standard for Energy Assessment of a Pumping System. This means that you’ll get the pumps that best suit your requirements, with sustainability a constant consideration.
To ensure your project hits your sustainability targets, contact Campion today.
