We will still kick off examining the state of water use today, highlighting the environmental challenges we face and exploring solutions currently in play for the residential and commercial applications. We will pinpoint crucial gaps in existing water conservation strategies, with a special focus on conserving hot water—an often overlooked yet significant area for energy savings which will lead us to the "why" of re-use technologies for the home. It will discuss recirculating showers as a substantial water and energy conservation tool, particularly in traditional residential and multi-residential homes. We will go into how the technology is typically designed to work, implementation, and typical maintenance and costs. Lastly, I will provide real-world case studies showcasing the technology in action, successfully demonstrating water and energy savings. I will also discuss real-world challenges and opportunities for this class of technology. Continuing Education Units (CEUS) submitted 1 hour in* • Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) • Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse • Submitted for American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) • Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP) • Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP) Pillar(s): Energy, Water, Materials • American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) • State Architect / Builder License may be applicable • Building Science Institute (BSI) Verifier • Passive House Consultant US (CPHC) • Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) Lessons Learned: 1. **Understand** that conserving hot water not only leads to significant energy savings but also positively impacts overall health by reducing the risk of mold and dampness driven by excessive water use. 2. **Analyze** the safety benefits of water reuse technologies, as they help prevent contamination and ensure clean, reliable water supply in both residential and commercial settings. 3. **Introduce** innovative water conservation strategies, such as recirculating showers, as essential tools for improving community welfare by promoting sustainable living practices. 4. **Articulate** the importance of tracking water efficiency to foster informed choices that enhance environmental responsibility and contribute to a healthier planet for future generations. Speaker: Alisha McFetridge Alisha is the co-founder and CEO of Rainstick, a clean technology company committed to building water technology products that drive the future of water conservation and allow people to thrive with only 50 liters of water per day without compromise. Alisha holds an MSc in Climate Change and Development and a Bachelor in International Business, majoring in Sustainability. Alisha has worked with high-growth technology companies including Disney's Club Penguin and Bananatag and has spent time working in Kenya, China, The Netherlands, the United States and Canada, where she currently lives today. She's built RainStick Shower, North America's first circular shower that saves 80% water and up to 80% energy while providing almost 2X the flow rate. RainStick won Best of Innovation at CES 2022 (out of 1800 companies), Best of KBIS 2022 (Gold) and has been featured in Wall Street Journal, Forbes and the Toronto Sun.