The Water
and energy saving tap, designed by Stefan Grosvenor’s of Brunel
University,
addresses electricity usage due to hot water, combining both water and
electricity usage in an ‘equation’ to make users more aware of the total
impact they have each time they turn the tap. This
was one of several product design concepts showcased at
"Made in Brunel"
which explored ways of encouraging users to reduce their water usage or
wastage (see also
"Tap Meter" and
"Squirt").
The project was
intended as a future concept for the Red Cross, to be used as part of a
campaign which would “both help others less fortunate, as well as
educating users with their potential.” [1].
Sourced from: Architectures of Control: Design with
Intent
http://architectures.danlockton.co.uk/2007/06/28/changing-behaviour-water-meter-taps/
(Accessed December 2008)