ASHRAE Research: Gray Water Reuse & Water Resilience
Mazzetti is leading ASHRAE-supported research on gray water reuse, focused on improving how building scale reuse systems are designed, assessed, and implemented. The work examines technical, operational, and practical considerations that influence system performance and long term viability.
Why it Matters
As climate change and population growth intensify pressure on water resources, buildings must play an active role in water conservation and resilience. Gray water reuse offers meaningful reductions in potable water demand, yet adoption is often hindered by design complexity, regulatory uncertainty, and operational risk. Advancing reliable reuse strategies supports both environmental stewardship and community resilience, key pillars of Mazzetti’s public benefit commitments.
Outcomes / Conclusions
The research identified common barriers and performance considerations affecting gray water system success, helping establish clearer pathways for safe, effective, and maintainable implementation. Outcomes contributed to industry knowledge and ASHRAE guidance, supporting broader adoption of water reuse strategies that reduce environmental impact while increasing long term system reliability.
