Energy.gov - Net-Zero Water Buildings

Constructing a net zero water building includes the following design elements:

  • Reducing demand by employing innovative technologies that consume less water.
  • Producing alternative water sources to offset purchased freshwater.
  • Treating wastewater on-site and reuse or inject treated wastewater into the original water supply.
  • Implementing green infrastructure by infiltrating stormwater to the original water supply.
Section 1: The Ideal Net Zero Water Building
Section 2: The Mainstream Net Zero Water Building