How a water tank helps with your green ambitions

Many businesses and households are looking to cut down the effect they have on the environment.

For both parties, there are real and immediate benefits for becoming green. Companies find reducing their energy usage often unlocks financial initiatives, families can reduce their personal responsibility to global warming and both can save money in the process.

Whether you are a business or homeowner, there are significant advantages to going green, and a poly water tank is able to help in no short measure.

The advantages of a poly water tank

The mains process for bringing clean water into your home is complex and requires a high level of energy usage. Typically, it includes coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection and storage, which all work together to create your water bill.

These processes also use power, which is a shame when the water is just going to be used in your toilet or to spray on crops.

Instead, a poly water tank captures rainwater naturally and stores it for use in a variety of tasks. This could be as simple as watering your garden, or it can easily be plumbed into your property.

By taking part or all of your water usage 'off the grid' and using a sustainable method of capture and distribution, you will be a significant step closer to meeting your green objectives.

What to look for in a poly water tank

You won't want your plan to go green to cost you the earth. A small investment in a water tank is a good way to reduce your costs, as well as your environmental effect, in the long term – though choosing the right one is essential.

Much goes in to creating a poly water tank that can stand up to the test of time and offer good return on investment – from UV protection to creep resistance – so be sure to choose a reputable supplier when making a purchasing decision.

For example, if you are looking to go green in New South Wales, Duraplas Industries is able to guide you to your ideal water tank. Ask for one made of Alkatuff for that long-lasting resilience and to ensure your green ambitions remain within reach.

By Gerald Beckton