A swimming pool does indeed have an environmental impact if you use it without worrying about the water and energy consumed. To respect the principles of sustainable development and think about future generations, here are some tips for saving these two elements. Your wallet will thank you too!
Reduce electrical energy consumption
From an electrical point of view, the main items of expenditure for a swimming pool are at the level of lighting, heating, treatment devices and the filtration pump.
For a pool that has not yet been built, be aware that a pool that is too big and too deep compared to your real needs only leads to more energy expenditure. Indeed, its heating time is longer… just like its maintenance with an electrical device.
In addition, its exposure to the sun must be considered. When the pool is exposed to this star, the water is heated in a natural way and the energy required for heating is reduced. In addition, when choosing the pump, it is important to ensure that it is adapted to the size of the pool so as not to use it longer than necessary.
For a pool already in place, here are some tips to consider to help you save energy:
- Use LEDs for lighting for lower energy consumption. This lighting system is both durable and very energy efficient compared to most light sources on the market.
- Limit heat loss by using a cover so you don’t have to heat the pool for a long time.
- Use a heat pump instead of an electric heating system to heat pool water.
- Solar thermal panels are another heating option to avoid the consumption of electrical energy.
- Maintain the filters well and carry out their maintenance on a regular basis so that the pump does not consume too much energy during its operation.
However, even if you save energy, do not neglect the issue of security. Using a pool alarm that you can find here is always a good idea.
Save pool water
To begin with, if the pool has not yet been built, then choose the right size. If only a few of you use it, choose a smaller size to limit the amount of water the pond needs to hold.
To save pool water, avoid emptying it completely every year. The renewal of part of the water, at a rate of 30% of the volume, is enough to have water in good condition.
Using a cover doesn’t just prevent heat loss for a heated pool. It also prevents the pond water from evaporating. Dirt deposits are also limited in order to reduce maintenance work. You can choose between a roller shutter, a bubble cover or a bar cover.
Ensure proper maintenance of the filter so that you do not have to renew the pool water too frequently. This water renewal frequency is also limited when the water is not dirty. Thus, it is better to clean it very often using the landing net at the bottom and on the surface.
To avoid wasting water unnecessarily, try to avoid splashing. No matter what game you are having fun with family or friends, splashing is always a loss of water. If it’s impossible not to, use a rainwater harvester so you can easily replace wasted water.