AboutDr. Jesse LaPrade Expertise I am a professional environmental educator at Auburn University. My specialty is indoor air quality, including radon awareness and mitigation of all structures. I am well versed in issues involving mold and mildew in homes and other structures, as well as volatile organic compounds (odors) in homes. I teach the general public about asthma triggers such as dust, dust mites and other particulate matter, as well as pollen and the interaction of genetic inheritance with this malady.
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Past/Present clients All Alabama citizens interested in Environmental Education, including Indoor Air Quality, Radon Education and how to fix associated problems. All of these programs are fully federally grant funded; therefore, this is a no-cost service to citizens.
Expert: Dr. Jesse LaPrade Date: 5/9/2008 Subject: Water Conservatoin
Question hello,
Can you tell me about some traditional/indigenous water conservation methods?
Answer There are some rather new water conservation features for homes such as water conserving shower heads and bathroom toilets that flush using less water than older models. There are also landscape plants that require less water and they are being used where they are requested. Washing automobiles can be done using less water with special cleaners that are designed to conserve water. Newer washing machines are more water conserving than older models since the water level can be set to match the load size. Some of the newer dishwashers use less water than the older models.
The main way to conserve water is to stop all leaky faucets and toilets that run when they are not being used. These are simply wasteful and no one benefits from wasting water.
The main reason for conserving water is to reduce energy use in pumping the water to the user in the Southeastern United States. In the Western part of the U.S. water is often rationed and that may be the primary concern.
Thank you for your question and concern for our environment.
