Water tanks
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There are also several water tank rebate schemes available. - rules are different in each state. | There are also several water tank rebate schemes available. - rules are different in each state. | ||
- | Note that the reasons for installing a water tank are not financial, | + | With the current rebate schemes and cost of water the reasons for installing a water tank are not typically financial, |
for the cost of installing a 9000l tank, you could buy more than 5 million litres of water from Sydney Water. | for the cost of installing a 9000l tank, you could buy more than 5 million litres of water from Sydney Water. | ||
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Water Tanks
Connecting a water tank to the down spouts of your home's guttering system is one of the easiest ways to contribute to sustainable living.
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Regulations as at May 2007
* In Canberra in the ACT, new developments must include a water tank. * In Sydney and NSW, new building regulations call for a 40% reduction in mains water usage. * In Victoria, new homes will have to be 5-star standard, and must install either a solar HWS, or a water tank.
There are also several water tank rebate schemes available. - rules are different in each state.
With the current rebate schemes and cost of water the reasons for installing a water tank are not typically financial, for the cost of installing a 9000l tank, you could buy more than 5 million litres of water from Sydney Water.
Assessing your situation
So if it is not for financial reasons why are you installing a water tank. Here are some reasons:
- Do your part for the environment
- Be able to water your garden whenever you like