Liverpool City Council Champions Water Efficiency with Thomas Dudley Hydroflo
In an era where environmental responsibility and cost efficiency are more critical than ever, local authorities are under pressure to deliver meaningful change across their housing portfolios. Liverpool City Council rose to this challenge by partnering with us to implement a simple yet transformative water-saving solution.
The Challenge: Balancing Sustainability with Cost Efficiency
Liverpool City Council, one of the UK’s largest public housing authorities, manages a vast portfolio of 60,000 homes. With rising utility costs and ambitious environmental targets, the council faced a dual challenge:
- Reduce water consumption across its housing stock
- Deliver measurable cost savings for tenants and the council itself
Traditional water-saving methods had reached their limits. The council needed a solution that was innovative, scalable, and easy to implement without compromising performance or tenant satisfaction.
The Solution
Enter the Thomas Dudley Compact Delay Fill Hydroflo Inlet Valve. A deceptively simple yet highly effective device designed to optimise toilet cistern refill cycles. Unlike conventional valves, the Hydroflo delays the refill until the flush cycle is complete, saving 0.5 litres of water per flush.
This small change delivers big results:
- No disruption to tenants
- No compromise on flushing performance
- Immediate water savings from day one
The Results
Craig Hale, Head of the Engineering Team at Liverpool City Council, was particularly impressed by the measurable impact of the Hydroflo valve. Based on average usage, the valve can save £18.48 per household annually on water bills.
With 60,000 homes under its care that's a total average of 78 million litres of water saved annually; the council calculated a total potential saving of £1,108,800 per year - a compelling financial incentive that aligned perfectly with their environmental goals.
The Outcome
Following the successful trial and cost benefit analysis, Liverpool City Council made the strategic decision to roll out the Hydroflo valve across all 60,000 properties. This move positions the council as a national leader in sustainable housing management, showcasing how smart engineering can drive both environmental and economic value.
By adopting the Hydroflo, the council is:
- Empowering tenants with lower water bills
- Reducing strain on local water infrastructure
- Contributing to national water conservation goals
Conclusion
The Liverpool City Council case is a powerful example of how innovative, low-cost technology can deliver high-impact results. The Hydroflo valve proves that sustainability doesn’t have to be complex - it just needs to be smart.
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