graywater systems

graywater systems

Graywater is collected wastewater from domestic processes, such as bathing, washing dishes, or laundry, and reused for flushing toilets, watering landscapes, and irrigation. Graywater makes up three-quarters of domestic wastewater, and is different from “blackwater,” which is heavily polluted and has high levels of biological contaminants and toxic chemicals. See also: Water management systems
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