COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE AND PERCEPTIONS OF WATER REUSE

Descriptive statistics on eco-residents perceptions of water reuse through the experience of eighty users of reclaimed water for non-potable applications. Current and expected uses of reclaimed water but also benefits and concerns about water quality, health risks, safety of children are assessed at the four sites. Identifying the benefit of water conservation, the main concern is reclaimed water quality and personal cost benefits in using a cheaper alternative source.