Water Optimization for National Fast-Food Chain

TX Location | Installed January 2024

Challenge

A leading fast-food restaurant in Texas was facing high water costs and inefficiencies caused by excess pressure and inaccurate meter readings. With rising utility expenses and water waste across multiple locations, the company sought a sustainable way to reduce consumption and operating costs without disrupting daily operations.

Solution

ENV Technologies implemented its Water Conservation System — a pressure optimization solution installed at the point of entry. This system stabilizes flow, prevents air volume from being measured as water use, and protects equipment from hydraulic shock — all without restricting performance or requiring ongoing maintenance.

Results (31 Days Before vs. 28 Days After Implementation)

• Daily Water Consumption: Reduced from 1,488 gallons to 788 gallons
  
• Reduction: 47% decrease in daily usage (≈700 gallons saved per day)
  
• Annual Savings: $3,321.50 estimated reduction in water costs
  
• Monthly Savings: $276.79 on average
  
• Total Annual Consumption: Reduced from 543,120 gallons to 287,620 gallons

Broader Impact

• Operational Efficiency: Stabilized water pressure and improved meter accuracy, reducing waste and preventing overbilling.
  
• Sustainability Gains: Lower energy demand from municipal pumps, reducing indirect emissions and supporting ESG goals.
  
• Risk Reduction: Minimized high-pressure stress on plumbing systems, reducing leaks, damage, and maintenance costs.

The Outcome

Through ENV’s entry-point water optimization system, the client achieved a 47% reduction in water usage and thousands in annual cost savings, while enhancing operational stability and supporting long-term sustainability goals.