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An example of the typical cost for a domestic reed
bed system (for 4-6 people) would be about 250,000Kshs. For a hotel
with 50 beds this would be approximately 2,000,000Kshs. This represents
the total cost for design and construction, but will vary depending
on location, transport and exact design.
The savings achieved by using such a system can
be calculated based on information about your water usage. The water
recycling achieved at a typical domestic site can be as high as 80%, reducing water bills significantly whilst still allowing for
irrigation. This may be in the range of 10,000 to 50,000Kshs over
the course of the year for a domestic household.
Area required for the reed beds is dependent on
the topography, soil type and waste type. For an efficient combination
system, a value of 2-3m2/person can be used, a minimal area when
compared with the economic and environmental benefits.
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