Accredited EcoPool self-sufficient swimming pool
Swimming Pools and Spas Association (SPASA) Queensland has introduced an accreditation program that encourages and acknowledges those current pool owners and prospective pool buyers as responsible citizens in Queensland that want to enjoy (or continue to enjoy), the domestic lifestyle that goes with having a swimming pool – whilst not using a drop of precious tap water.
By embracing the concepts of the Queensland Water Commission (Harvest, Store and Use - other water) and then taking them a step further, SPASA Members in Queensland have developed and tested new pool construction methods to ensure that the water required during construction for the 'initial fill' of the pool and the subsequent 'top-ups' required – does not come from the domestic water supply.
Using post construction techniques, most older pools can also be retro-fitted with water saving devices and also become self sufficient.
SPASA Members and their customers will save around 400,000,000 litres of drinking water in South East Queensland a year (just in new pool construction alone).
As a bonus, not only can a home owner have a 'self sufficient' swimming pool but they can also have a surplus of non-potable water to wash the car (or boat, or dog) and then water the garden.
A 'SPASA Accredited EcoPool' plaque will be issued to each swimming pool owner (new or old) that complies with the Water Saving and Water Consumption factors identified by the SPASA appointed assessor – so everyone is aware there is a 'Self Sufficient Swimming Pool' is on the premise.