Commentary

Cactus water and vegetable yoghurt: Waitrose predicts 2017’s food trends – The Independent

On November 27, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Cactus water, perfume-inspired cocktails, and vegetable yoghurt are among the list of in-vogue food products that well supposedly all be eating next year, according to Waitrose. It’s vegetable yoghurt that’s perhaps the most eyebrow-raising prediction; they’re traditional yoghurts infused with vegetables like beetroot, carrot, cucumber, and butternut squash. In the north people love using a […]

 

The 8 Health Habits Experts Say You Need in Your 20s – New York Times (blog)

On November 26, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

If you are a guy or a gal in their 20s, you probably get a lot of physical activity in your daily life and that’s amazing! But, there are a few habits that you may not yet be adhering to due to your young age -but should if you want to continue thriving and living […]

 

Global Water Softener Market 2016-2020 – Purchases to Complement Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Units … – Yahoo Finance UK

On November 26, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

As people shift away from buying endless bottles and gallons of water from the store, they move to home units that can purify and clean the tap water they already pay for. Such popular units include Reverse Osmosis water purifiers, used to remove additives in the water from water companies, as well as impurities. A […]

 

SWW becomes first water company to adopt i2O’s iNet

On November 25, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Did you know that water companies use different data analyzing software? One company by the name of South West Water has now become the first company to use a technology company called i20. The software will actually help them monitor the condition of the pressure reducing valves and much more. To learn about this new […]

 

WHAT’S IN STORE: Whole Foods provides healthy choices with organic products – Packet Online

On November 25, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

As the holidays move closer and closer, Whole Foods elect to offer healthy and organic food options. The ingredients used are tailored for each dish, so those with special dietary restrictions can still get their fill. There are traditional dishes that are commonly found around this time of the year, and though healthy still very […]

 

Strange brews: Making beer with Boston river water – Daily Mail

On November 24, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Beer lovers are known to be kind of picky. Hey, we like what we like. Some prefer a skunkier taste, while others like a light, smooth flavor. Well there’s a new brew on the horizon, made from the waters of the Boston River. The idea started with a challenge which invites local breweries to, well, […]

 

Irish Water sets out 25-year sludge management strategy

On November 24, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Since its incorporation in 2014, Irish Water has taken over the responsibility of providing water and wastewater services in Ireland from 31 local authorities. As a single national utility, Irish Water has the capacity and the expertise to ensure that a strategic, standardised national approach to the management of wastewater sludge. This 25-year strategy sets […]

 

Can a water meter save you money? – AOL Money UK

On November 23, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Can a water meter really save you money? If you are like most people then you want to take a look at your bills and find any way that you can to cut the bill down. The truth is that if you don’t have a water meter then you are based on the rateable value […]

 

Is the world wide web a waste of water? – BBC News

On November 23, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

It seems that they are studying everything now a days, including the amount of water that could be involved in the download of single gigabyte or GB of data. Imagine now that the average person in the United States uses approximately 3.7 GB of data a month. To learn more about this study, read more […]

 

Sustainability in the pipeline: securing water and sanitation for the future

On November 22, 2016, in Commentary, by Erik

Have you ever given thought to the increasing population and the water supply for each person in the world? Chances are that if you have access to good and clean water that you haven’t really thought about it. However, there is an important push towards ensuring a supply of water that is sanitary for the […]