Mid-Roscommon Co-Operative Society Ltd.
Water Conservation
Mid Roscommon Co-op Society Ltd. urges members to conserve water for essential use only and not to run taps continuously. If taps run continuously it places increased demand on our water supply. When many people do this, it depletes the water supply in the reservoirs and may result in unplanned water outages.
We encourage all members to embrace rainwater harvesting as a sustainable practice. By collecting and using rainwater, we can conserve resources and contribute to a healthier environment.
In recent years, the water usage on our GWS has been reduced significantly as a result of installing bulk meter loggers at various points throughout the Scheme. Each logger is monitored daily, which enable the manager to identify specific areas where water usage has increased. The digital water meter system then assists in finding water leaks.
Note for farmers:
It's crucial for farmers to regularly inspect water troughs and pipes leading into fields, as these are common sources of leaks. Bursts often occur at the connection points to troughs, which can go unnoticed for months, leading to significant costs to the member. To mitigate this risk, consider installing a stop valve on all water troughs to easily turn off the supply when not in use.
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Members are advised not to leave pipes exposed and to turn off their water connections to land where there are no livestock for the winter period.