Water Consumption and Treatment
As part of our commitment to conserve resources, Xerox monitors water consumption at its facilities worldwide. Water consumption grew 2% in 2007 compared with 2006 due to increased production, warmer weather, which increased use of water in air conditioning, and one-time operational demands.
Wastewater from manufacturing processes is treated where necessary before being discharged into local sanitary sewers. The treatment includes adjusting pH and, as necessary, removing suspended solids. In addition, the company engages best-management practices to prevent unwanted pollutants from entering waterways via surface contamination and run-off. Extensive sampling of wastewater discharged to both sanitary and storm sewers ensures that discharged water meets our strict requirements.
Water Consumption
