Environmental Archives - Page 16 of 34 - Professional Carwashing & Detailing
Carwash chain invests $500K to upgrade reclaim systems

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — At home, washing a vehicle could use up to 150 gallons of water.

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Botswanan dealerships install state-of-the-art water recycling systems

GABORONE, Botswana — The biological water recycling system is the first of its kind for the country of Botswana.

water, water use, environmental
Sneak peek: Drought survival

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — This exclusive first look is all about how to manage water more effectively.

drought, water, desert, drought emergency
Video of the Week: Carwash keeps cars clean by going green

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — During these warm, dry months, be sure your carwash is doing its part to save water.

Sneak peek: Professional Carwashing & Detailing’s July issue

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The July issue is all about water.

West Valley Clean Water Program hosts carwash to prevent water runoff

SAN JOSE, Calif. — The carwash event aims to “prevent runoff water containing pollutants from entering storm drains and creeks.”

Water going down sewer, city water, water runoff, gutter, sewer
Cleaning system provider installs carwash for king of Jordan

AMMAN, Jordan — The multifunctional wash system recycles up to 85 percent of used water for refiltering.

St. Petersburg startup incorporates environmentally friendly approach

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The mobile carwash uses only three to six ounces of water needed for its cleaning solution.

Video of the Week: Stormwater pollution and home carwashing

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — This week’s video discusses how water is impacted by stormwater pollution from home carwashing.

San Jose-based carwash forecasts influx in business following water restrictions

SAN FRANCISCO — The water at AJ Auto Detailing is recaptured, filtered and put into large tanks with each gallon of water reused four or five times.

How carwashes protect the environment

ELKHART, Ind. — Most carwashes use 60 percent less water for the entire washing process than the water used just by rinsing a car at home.

Water needs 101

With many washes being charged for water twice, once for water use, and once for sewer discharge, it’s vital that owners save this precious resource in every reasonable way possible that doesn’t take away from the quality of the carwash.

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