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Water label...

Water saving
The need to save water has become more stringent. Consumers need to know when they buy a water using device how much water it consumes. This can have a major impact on the quantity of clean water treated: with less water used, less water is needed then treated, consequentl less energy is spent on wastewater treatment plant, or on bringing water in the pipes.

Consumer information
Consumers need to be informed of the consumption of the taps, showerheads or waterflow reducing accessories. That way they can make an informed choice. The CEIR, the European Taps and Valves association has developed a labelling scheme that is very straigthforward to understand. CEIR worked hand in hand with BMA which had developed a similar scheme for the UK market and sucessfully promoted it. The label helps consumer understand at first glance how much water (in liter per minute) the taps or showerheads consume. The label has colour bands and not much text to be easily understood by everyone in every country.

Self certification with audit
Companies sign the Scheme and can register their products in a database that all consumers can consult on the internet. To ensure level playing field, an independant audit on the products is part of the Scheme contract. That way consumers know they can trust the consumption declared on the packaging of the products they buy.

Not for profit
The Scheme is built to help raise awareness among consumers and help tackle the challenge of increased pressure on water resources.