Thursday, March 25, 2010

Personal reflection (NEWater visit)


TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2010


LEAP Week - NEWater Visit

1. What are the 3 key takeaways from today’s visit?
What The Three national taps in Singapore are, that water is bought from other countries as well, and that water is a valuable resource.

2. Name 2 concepts that you have learnt today during the visit.
The concept of how they manage to make NEWater (Ultrafiltration, Reverse Osmosis and UV radiation Treatment)

3. What is the 1 interesting thing that you have learnt today?
NEWater actually contributes to Singapore's water supply by 30%.

4. What are the things that you can do to help with water conservation in Singapore?
  When washing dishes by hand, don't let the water run while rinsing. Fill one sink with wash water and the other with rinse water.
  Some refrigerators, air conditioners and ice-makers are cooled with wasted flows of water. Consider upgrading with air-cooled appliances for significant water savings.


Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.

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