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From rainwater to food, efforts to reuse finite resources in Southern Arizona

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Innovative Water Conservation Techniques in Southern Arizona

The chapter explores the use of greywater and rainwater for gardening in Southern Arizona, emphasizing the benefits of harvesting rainwater for plant growth due to its purity. It describes a system that recycles laundry water to irrigate gardens, promoting the use of biodegradable detergents without sodium to preserve soil health. Additionally, it discusses the practice of composting toilets and utilizing urine as a nutrient source for plants, contributing to water conservation efforts in Tucson.

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