his collection contains indoor end-use statistics for 140 households in
metropolitan Adelaide and the associated demographics and appliance
characteristics of the households. The end-use statistics were
determined through flow trace analysis of a two week period of high
resolution (10s) water usage data representative of winter use.
The end-use statistics include the mean and standard deviation for the
volume per person per day for each end-use and the relevant
characteristics of the end-use:
- Shower: Duration (mins), Frequency (events/person/day), Flow rate
(L/min), Efficiency (star rating)
- Toilet: Flush volume (L), Frequency (events/person/day), Efficiency
(e.g. 3L/6L Dual)
- Washing Machine: Volume per load (L), Frequency
(events/household/week), Type (Front or Top loader)
- Dishwasher: Volume per load (L), Frequency (events/household/week)
- Tap: Duration (seconds), Frequency (events/person/day), Flow rate
(L/min)
- Bath: Volume per bath (L), Frequency (events/household/week)
The demographics and household characteristics include:
- Household occupancy
- Age of occupants
- Income
- Perceived water conservation level
This data was collected as part of the research program of the Goyder
Institute for Water Research's Optimal Water Mix for Greater Adelaide
project.
Funding
Optimal Water Resources mix for Metropolitan Adelaide - Grant Number: U2.2