Bengaluru Water Crisis : Residential Society Slashes Water Bill in Half with Innovative Solutions
Bengaluru Water Crisis : Residential Society Slashes Water Bill in Half with Innovative Solutions ( Pic For Representational Purpose Only)
As Bengaluru faces a severe water crisis, residents of The Greens society implemented three impactful strategies, reducing their water consumption by 50% and cutting their Rs 16 lakh water bill. Here are the transformative measures:
1. Accountability with Flow Meters:
The society introduced flow meters in every house, creating a system that penalized heavy water users while incentivizing conservation. Residents paid for each liter consumed, turning it into a positive measure to track and improve water-saving habits, costing around Rs 24 lakh for the installation.
2. Rainwater Harvesting:
Connecting all terraces to filters and utilizing PVC pipes directed to underground sumps and borewell recharge points, the society harvested rainwater extensively. This initiative enabled them to recharge water sumps during rainfall, substantially reducing their reliance on purchased water.
3. Sewage Treatment Plant for Water Reuse:
Taking an eco-friendly approach, residents decided to repurpose excess water from their Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) for flushes in 2016. This initiative has resulted in substantial water savings, reducing their monthly tanker usage from four to an average of 1-2. Approximately 2-3 tankers worth of water are saved daily.
These strategic moves not only addressed the critical water shortage but also showcased a model for sustainable water management.
The success of The Greens society’s initiatives demonstrates the positive impact of community-driven conservation efforts, benefitting each of its 600 residents.
