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Running head: Wastewater Processing and Water Conservation Practices in Florida Wastewater Processing and Water Conservation Practices in Florida Jake Emerson University Of Florida Abstract The sustainable use of water has become quite a concern for all professionals within the building construction and construction design industry. Our lack of water conservation practices in the United States and the steady increase in worldwide population has led to a deficiency of water supply to the expected future demand. In an effort to efficiently utilize our water resources, architects have made design innovations and construction professionals have utilized new construction techniques. Some of the most popular practices used today are water harvesting, and the reuse of greywater. Water from the bath, shower, washing machine, and bathroom sink are the sources of greywater that can effectively be recycled for other uses. The ways in which these two water conservation practices are used in construction is limitless, but the benefit from the sustainable use of finite water resources is necessary for future demand. The state of Florida could potentially be a perfect candidate for these types of green practices due to its climate and need for sustainable water supply/use techniques. The reuse of greywater has many applications and has long strides to make in the future. Greywater treatment and reuse will hold many innovative techniques and practices that professionals are developing every day. Wastewater Processing and Water Conservation Practices in Florida “Despite the common belief that Florida has an overabundance of freshwater for human use, in reality Florida has similar water shortage problems as do many other states” (Plant Management in Florida Waters, 2004). Florida has a large population and due to its beautiful coastline and comfortable climate, the population is exponentially growing every year. The state of Florida is divided