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Water 101 ARMRS Training Presented by Pacific Northwest National - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Water 101 ARMRS Training Presented by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory November 7, 2017 UNCLASSIFIED/FOUO Leadership. Energy. Execution. 1 ARIMD Water Team Trey Lewis Kate McMordie Stoughton Susan Loper Brian Boyd
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Definition: Applications that use water that is of sufficient quality for human consumption Reporting: Quarterly water use for ALL applications that use potable water (building fixtures, vehicle wash, and landscape irrigation)
Definition: Applications that use non-potable water from a freshwater source (surface or groundwater) in ILA applications Reporting: Quarterly water use for only non-potable freshwater used in ILA applications
Definition: Applications that use water NOT sourced from freshwater; sources include rainwater, condensate, discharge reuse Reporting: Quarterly water use from alternative water sources
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fiscal year (FY) 2015, based on FY07 baseline
agricultural (ILA) water use reduction
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Water Strategy Execution Plan – “Water House”
Goal 4: Build a Sustainable Water Program Foundation
Goal 1: Increase Water Efficiency Goal 2: Promote Water Conservation Goal 3: Utilize Alternative Water Sources
4.1 Communicate program successes and lessons learned 4.2 Utilize data to improve water management 4.3 Support the implementation of Net Zero Water sites 1.1 Operate and maintain existing buildings to be water efficient 1.2 Upgrade equipment and infrastructure to be water efficient 1.3 Design and renovate water efficient buildings and systems 3.1 Develop and plan alternative water projects 3.2 Maintain alternative water systems
36% Reduction in Indoor Water Use by 2025 30% Reduction in ILA Water Use by 2025
2.1 Train key staff in water conservation 2.2 Develop and deploy a water education and awareness program 2.3 Share best practices
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Water Use Intensity Change from Baseline (%)
Installation Comparison Water Performance FY07 - FY16 Facility Potable Water Use Intensity (gallon per square foot)
WUI % Change WUI % Reduction Goal Sites did not report FY07 baseline data; WUI reduction is based on FY noted in bar
FY16 Water Use Intensity Reduction Goal 18%
FY12 FY13 FY12 FY13
2.6 Water Use Intensity (gal/sf) 5.1 78.8 70.5 13.6 9.1 9.6 8.6 8.1 1.9 12.9
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Volumetric Water Use Total for OCAR by Quarters (FY13-FY17)
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Planning and Data Analysis
Walkthrough Survey Water Efficiency Measures and Plan
Implementation and Monitoring
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Determine water supply
bills for at least
water use Estimate end-uses
equipment inventory:
equipment
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Water Supply Water Uses
Unknown Vehicle Wash Irrigation Plumbing Supply Supply Supply Supply Total Water Use
Unknown water use:
estimating methods
errors
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Irrigation 36% Irrigation Leaks 25% Plumbing 18% Dining 7% Vehicle Wash 4% Leaks/losses 10%
Plumbing 45% Irrigation 17% Dining 12% Vehicle Wash 1% Leaks/losses 10% Misc 15%
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FEMP BMPs: http://energy.gov/eere/femp/best-management-practices-water-efficiency
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Assess Assess equipment’s current condition, assess operation and maintenance practices Improve Implement strategies to improve water efficiency Maintain Maintain equipment that
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Plumbing Landscape and Irrigation Systems Vehicle Wash Dining Equipment
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WaterSense Website: http://www.epa.gov/watersense/
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Gravity Pressure assisted Dual flush
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Nonwater Urinal Flushing Most efficient flushing urinal: 1 pint per flush
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Look for long flush cycles
Bypass orifice can become clogged, which causes long flush cycles and water waste
There is some evidence that piston valves do not operate properly at pressure over 80 psi Acceptable pressure range: 20-80 psi
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Equipment/ Schedule Frequency Assess Improve/Maintain
Commercial Flushometer Toilets and Urinals Diaphragm Flush Valve
Annually BEM: Assess if flush valves have long flush cycles of greater than 5 seconds; this can indicate a broken, leaking, or improperly rated valve. Submit a workorder if required. Remove the cap of the valve and assess if the diaphragm gasket is dirty or brittle. Check the flush rating, which should be marked on gasket. If gasket is dirty: scrub gasket, check flush cycle length to see if flush cycle returns to normal length; if not, replace the gasket If gasket is brittle, replace with properly rated gasket. If gasket is improperly rated, replace valve with correctly rated retrofit kit. Check the flush volume adjustment screw and set to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Residential Tank Toilets Water Level
Annually BEM: Remove the tank lid and check if the water is flowing over the top of the overflow tube and if the tank water level is set at or below the manufacturer’s
Adjust the float to lower the tank water level for either of these cases. Replace the fill valve if the toilet continues to run after the float is adjusted.
Residential Tank Toilets Flapper Valve
Annually BEM: Conduct a flapper valve leak test by dropping dye or food coloring into the tank water, wait 10 minutes, and see if the dye has seeped into the bowl through the flapper valve. Submit a workorder if required. If there is dye seepage, first ensure that the flapper valve properly drops after a flush. If the flapper is fully dropping into place and seepage continues, the flapper is leaking and needs to be replaced.
Commercial Flushometer Toilets and Urinals Sensors
Annually BEM: Observe if flush sensor is nor working properly (e.g., double flushing) and needs calibration. Submit a workorder if required. Determine the current schedule of sensor calibration. Regularly calibrate automatic sensors every 6 months to ensure they are only activated after the user leaves the stall to reduce “double flushing”.
Non-water Urinals
Manufacturer’s specification Obtain maintenance schedule of non-water urinals and determine if it meets the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance. Clean and replace the sealant, cartridges or material in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
Education and Outreach
Annually Post a sign in the restrooms that will provide a mechanism for occupants to report long flush cycles, visible leaks, and other maintenance issues. Note that using feet on toilet handles can damage flushing mechanism and should be avoided.
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Equipment/ Schedule Frequency Assess Improve/Maintain
Leak Detection
Every 6 months BEM: Check for leaks in faucets and showers. Establish a protocol to fix leaks immediately once they are found.
Faucet and Shower Aerators/Flow Restrictors
Every 6 months BEM: Inspect faucets and showerheads for missing
flow restrictors can often be broken or removed causing the fixture to flow at much higher flow
BEM: Inspect for failing shower diverter valves. Submit a workorder if required. Replace if needed and install vandal-proof fixtures that are more difficult to break or remove.
Faucet Sensors
Every 6 months Determine the current schedule of sensor calibration. Regularly calibrate automatic sensors to ensure proper
System Pressure
Annually Test system pressure to make sure it is between 20 and 60 psi. Water pressure can be measured with a pressure gauge connected to a water spigot, typically on the outside of a building. Fixtures will consume more than their rated amount of water and cause wear and tear on the fixture at high pressure. If the pressure is too high, install a pressure reducing valve. A pressure reducing valve is typically placed at the building water meter.
Education and Outreach
Annually BEM: Post a sign in the restrooms that will provide a mechanism for occupants to report visible leaks and
Encourage users to take shorter showers; place clocks or timers in or near showers to allow users to track their timing better.
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Equipment/ Schedule Frequency Assess Improve/Maintain Equipment Maintenance
Every 6 months BEM: For pressure washers, inspect the sprayer, connecting hoses, and the water storage system for leaks and/or broken or missing components. Submit a workorder if required. BEM: Make sure that open hoses are not being used to wash vehicles. Submit a workorder to replace open hoses with hoses with spray nozzles. Make sure the main shut-off valve is functioning correctly. Check flow rates to ensure they are within manufacturer’s recommendations. For pressure washers perform the following: Repair or replace broken or leaking components, hoses, and system connections. Replace the main shut-off valve if it is not
If there is no pressure washer, ensure that spray nozzles are attached to hoses. For facilities that use detergents, use high quality detergents to shorten the duration required to clean each vehicle.
System Pressure
Annually Routinely verify that system pressure is within manufacturer’s specifications. Minimize pump head pressure or install a pressure reducing valve to maintain system pressure based on manufacturer‘s recommendations.
Education and Outreach
Annually Assign a staff member to be responsible for checking equipment and repairing leaks. Encourage users to wash with brushes rather than water pressure to remove large debris from vehicles.
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Sprinklers running 24 hours Irrigating during rain event Overwatering or broken heads Broken head
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Equipment/ Schedule Frequency Assess Improve/Maintain Scheduling
At start of irrigation season and at major changes in weather patterns Review irrigation schedule to determine the time of day and days per week for each zone. Verify that the irrigation schedule is appropriate for climate, soil conditions, plant materials, and season. Irrigate during non-windy and low-sun periods to decrease evaporation; early mornings are typically the least windy. Change the watering schedule based upon changing weather conditions and as part of regular, periodic maintenance; consider installing a rain gauge that is tied into the irrigation controller to automatically shut
For flat landscaped areas, water deeply and less frequently rather than lightly and often. A deep, less frequent schedule encourages deep roots resulting in more drought tolerant plants. Irrigate using a “cycle and soak” schedule for steep slopes where surface runoff is likely. If irrigation is controlled by an advanced weather-based or soil moisture-based controller, ensure that the system is properly programmed for the location and the specific landscape type.
Irrigation Monitoring
Once a month through the irrigation season Install an irrigation meter to measure the amount of water applied to the landscape. The meter should be an advanced meter with interval data capability and automatic data logging. Use this data for system analysis to monitor for system leaks and repair needs and to determine a water budget.
Equipment Maintenance
Once a month through the irrigation season BEM: Periodically walk the landscape grounds and check for standing water, which may indicate a leak. Submit a workorder if required. BEM: Ask the grounds manager to check emitter components for broken heads and leaks. Common examples of damaged emitters include broken heads, clogged nozzles, nozzle seal leaks, sunken heads, and tilted and misaligned heads. Require immediate repair of broken components; adjust as needed so that they efficiently water the landscape and not the hardscape.
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Equipment/ Schedule Frequency Assess Improve/Maintain Landscape Maintenance
Annually Review the current landscape maintenance practices (aeration, mowing, mulching, amendments, and weeding) and timing. Aerate turf at the beginning of the irrigation season to introduce oxygen into the soil and encourage deep root growth. Alternate turf mowing height between high and low levels and alternate mowing patterns that encourage deep root growth and drought tolerant turf. Add mulch to landscaped areas to help reduce evaporation, inhibit weed growth, cool plants’ root zone, and reduce erosion. Amend the landscape soil with organic matter 4 to 6 inches deep, which will help to capture stormwater and retain moisture. Keep landscaped areas weed free; weeds can take up valuable water and nutrients that are needed by the landscape. For new construction and renovations, design landscapes to be native and/or adaptive plantings that have low watering requirement. (Follow the new construction checklist requirements.)
System Pressure
Annually Verify that irrigation system pressure is within manufacturer specifications once per irrigation season. Install a pressure reducing valve if pressure is found to be over the manufacturer’s specification.
Performance Measurement
Annually Review grounds maintenance contracts to determine if water efficiency certification and water use/performance is part of contract requirements. Require the grounds maintenance staff/contractor to become an U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) WaterSense Certified Irrigation Professional. Incorporate a water budget, which can be used as a performance standard for water consumption. Calculate water needs based on the landscape’s requirement and use that information to plan an irrigation schedule to meet those needs.
Irrigation Audit
Every 3 years Contract with a qualified irrigation auditor to perform a system irrigation audit that follows procedures outlined in the Irrigation Association’s Certified Landscape Irrigation Audit Program or
distribution uniformity. Based on the results of the audit, make adjustments to the irrigation system to increase the distribution uniformity2.
Education and Outreach
Annually BEM: Provide a clear mechanism for building occupants to report an irrigation leak, broken and misaligned sprinkler heads, and watering during a rain event. Encourage grounds maintenance staff to sweep driveways and impervious surfaces rather than spraying them clean.
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listening equipment to detect and locate leaks
Systems (http://www.epa.gov/region9/waterinfrastructure/waterlosscontrol/ )
(http://energy.gov/eere/femp/best-management-practice-3-distribution- system-audits-leak-detection-and-repair)
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Reduce freshwater demand and increase efficiency Maximize alternative water sources
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Rainwater Harvesting Gray Water Condensate Capture Process Discharge Wastewater Reclaim
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Grand Prairie USARC Harry Milton Kandel USARC Fort Buchanan ITTP
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wash
rainwater harvesting
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Middle School Water Harvesting 4,400 Gal PXTra Water Harvesting 4,400 Gal Bowling Center Water Harvesting 4,400 Gal High School Water Harvesting 9,000 Gal
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WWTP CVWF
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Sustainable Building Requirements
and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 189.1: Standard for the Design of High Performance Green Buildings
http://energy.gov/eere/femp/guiding-principles-federal-leadership-high-performance-and- sustainable-buildings
http://energy.gov/eere/femp/energy-and-water-efficient-products
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http://www.aeecenter.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageID=4454
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https://www4.eere.energy.gov/femp/training/series/water
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https://www4.eere.energy.gov/femp/requirements/requirements_filt ering/water_use_reduction
http://energy.gov/eere/femp/best-management-practices-water- efficiency
http://energy.gov/eere/femp/developing-water-management-strategy
http://energy.gov/eere/femp/alternative-water-sources-maps
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EFFICIENCY FOCUS RESILIENCY FOCUS MARKET SATURATION* WATER SECURITY CONCERNS
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Source: WIRED
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55 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 Install direct potable reuse Install rainwater harvesting Install WaterSense fixtures Eliminate non-critical uses Fix leaks BASELINE
Gallons per day
Externally-supplied potable water Internally-supplied potable water Internally-supplied nonpotable water
More Less Water Secure
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