The Tribune

By Joshua key

We all know how important water is to our everyday lives. Even more important to our overall health and wellness is clean drinking water. In summer, for example, water utility companies worldwide institute guidelines to help consumers conserve water. And the Water and Sewerage Corporation is no exception. It promotes water conservation because people tend to overuse limited supplies of water. But when we use bottled water instead, the plastic waste becomes an environmental hazard.

What if I told you there are other options out there besides the tap and the bottle? We all can agree that humidity is something we have at lot of in the Bahamas. This means we have tons of free, healthy water available. The solution is a machine that extracts water from the humidity in the air. No, this is not a Star Trek movie; this machine exists today and is used by many homes and businesses. It is called an Atmospheric Water Generator.

This Atmospheric technology has many benefits and applications. The health benefits from having the purest water at your disposal should not be underestimated. It has none of the pollutants or chemicals found in ground or tap water. It avoids the viruses and bacteria that are found in water coolers. It eliminates plastic-emitted chemicals from bottles.

The water generated with this technology can also be PH neutral or alkaline base, which in itself provides numerous health benefits. In today’s health conscious world, this less acidic water has become more popular, as it provides better hydration, reduces the effects of aging and protects against free radicals that cause cell damage.

It has been suggested that alkaline water can contribute to weight loss, improved mental clarity, stronger bones and more energy. This is why a number of the high-priced waters on today’s market have an alkaline base, just like Atmospheric Water Generators.

Atmospheric Water Generators clean and dehumidify the air you breathe. They eliminate the need for plastic bottles that pollute our waterways and landfills. They enable us to reduce the fuel consumed to manufacture and transport all those bottles. Just think - no bottles to store, lift or pollute our Bahamaland.

Additionally, this technology has been applied not only to small-scale consumption, but for supplying entire homes and agricultural systems with their water needs. Atmospheric water generators are a great solution for putting money in your pocket, and health into your life, because we will always need clean water.

• NB: Joshua Key is general manager for SuperGreen Solutions Bahamas, located on Wulf Road next to FYP. SuperGreen Solutions is one of the premier advisors, suppliers and installers of domestic and commercial energy efficient solutions.