Living Green - Episode 159 - Eco Friendly Toilet

The video discusses the significant water wastage in workplaces due to toilet flushing and introduces an innovative eco toilet designed to reduce this wastage by two-thirds. The eco toilet uses only 1.5 liters of water per flush, combined with compressed air, potentially saving British households over £200 annually in water rates. It features a sealable lid that creates a vacuum, operating on batteries or mains power. The inventor aims for global adoption by builders and architects.

What is the main issue highlighted in the introduction regarding water usage?

• Excessive water usage in agriculture

• Water wastage in workplaces due to toilet flushing

• High water consumption in households

• Water pollution from industrial waste

How much water does the eco toilet use per flush?

• 3 litres

• 1 litre

• 2 litres

• 1.5 litres

What additional feature does the eco toilet use to enhance its efficiency?

• Recycled water

• Compressed air

• Electric heating

• Solar panels

What is the expected annual savings for a British household using the eco toilet?

• £200

• £150

• £250

• £100

What powers the vacuum system in the eco toilet?

• Solar energy

• Hydraulic power

• Wind energy

• Batteries or mains power