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Water Tracking Gadgets

The Water Watcher Tracker and App From Smart Design Cuts Consumption by 20%

— September 23, 2014 — Eco
From Smart Design, the Water Watcher device will light up when you use too much water. The tracking gadget and app tells you how much water is moving through your drains to help stop water wastage. Proven to curb water consumption by 20%, this environmentally friendly invention is ideal for the eco-conscious as well as people in communities suffering from a lack of water (like those affected by the California draught).

The Water Watcher easily connects to a range of pipes, from your shower to your kitchen sink. Every time a gallon of water goes through your tap, the device lights up in a way that is intentionally unantagonizing. Meanwhile the app tracks how much water you are using over time.
Trend Themes
1. Water-saving Gadgets - The Water Watcher Tracker and App demonstrates the potential for water-saving gadgets to reduce consumption and curb water wastage by 20%.
2. Smart Water Monitoring - The tracking gadget and app combination of the Water Watcher introduces the concept of smart water monitoring, allowing users to track their water usage in real-time.
3. Eco-conscious Inventions - The Water Watcher device showcases the growing trend of eco-conscious inventions designed to promote sustainability and address environmental concerns.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement - The Water Watcher can be applied in the home improvement industry to help homeowners monitor and reduce their water usage, promoting sustainable living.
2. Environmental Technology - The development of water-tracking gadgets like the Water Watcher aligns with the environmental technology industry's mission to provide innovative solutions for a more sustainable future.
3. Smart Home - The integration of the Water Watcher into smart homes highlights the potential for water monitoring as a key aspect of the smart home industry, promoting efficient resource management.
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