Rainwater and greywater use in buildings - best practice guidance

Publication C539

CIRIA, 2001
Rainwater and greywater use in buildings - best practice guidance Download document

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Abstract

Publication aims to address the problems of how separate or combine rainwater and greywater systems to provide safe water for buildings and provide information and authoritative best practice for these systems, either separate or combined. Provides practical guidance on the specification and implementation of rainwater and greywater systems based on the findings from demonstration sites, consultation with stakeholders and contact with other sites not directly monitored by the project. The Guidance is aimed at developers, building owners, equipment manufacturers and their consultants and contractors.

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9780860175391

Subjects

  • Building services
  • Water supply
  • Special subject areas
  • Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
  • Liquid/gas supply
  • Environmental issues/energy

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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