Eco Calculator Widget now on Greener Philippines Page

A new widget called the Eco Calculator can be found on the right side of the blog, where paper usage can be monitored. There is also a Widget that updates on the current Carbon emissions on the atmosphere. Lastly, there is also a widget that can be used to calculate residential carbon footprints to help become aware on current household environmental impact.

Through this awareness we can strategize on what would be the best practice available to become more eco friendly.

How do you know if your toilet bowl water closet is leaking?

There is a strong need for people to be aware about how to save water. Water conservation in the Philippines has come to become ever more important not only due to increased price of water, but also with the exceptionally low water level found the dams.

During the energy water conservation seminar dubbed "The Greener Good" hosted by JCI with notable guests from Greenpeace, Manhattan Green Solutions, and Philcarbon, Greenpeace has emphasized just how bad is the current situation with the water reserve. The water level is actually lower than the measuring stick. It was a lot lower than the "critical level" sign on the measuring point. Water conservation is thus paramount in this situation.

One of the areas oftentimes found to be a major problem are toilet bowl leaks. Toilet water closets that use flappers have a terrible tendency to leak alarming amount of water without us realizing. Toilet water closets can leak up to 2 liters per minute. Some can go as high as 5 liters per minute.

How do we know if our toilet is leaking? The simplest and most cost effective idea is to put food coloring on the water (a few drops of red is good) in the water closet and not flush the toilet for 10 minutes. Come back after 10 minutes and check if the toilet bowl. If the color in the toilet bowl has changed, then there's a leak.

If a leak is found, check the flap. If it does not close well, try to clean the area around the flap, replace the flap, or increase string length for the toilet flush.

If possible, replace flapper to a siphon system.

What are sometimes not noticed can be a deadly source of leaks. Making minor changes can quantify to large savings. This is a good and positive start in going green

Manhattan Green Solutions Presents Oxygenics Eco friendly Water Saving Shower Head

Manhattan Green Solutions presents a water saving eco friendly showerhead from Oxygenics USA. Showers are one of the highest water consuming systems at home, presenting a good 30% to 50% of water being consumed.

Oxygenics Showerheads are the most water efficient in water conservation solutions. Regular Showerheads typically consume around 3.5 to 4.5 Gallons Per Minute (GPM). Oxygenics Showerheads consume 1.2 to 1.5 GPM, saving up to 70% in water consumption.


Advantages of Oxygenics


Water Saving And Self Pressurizing


Oxygenics showerheads work in a revolutionary, remarkable way. There is no other showerhead on the market that uses the patented Oxygenics® technology or is able to provide the same benefits. By using Oxygenics showerheads, customers and business will be positively impacted for many years.


The innovative technology behind Oxygenics® is based on the Venturi Principle. As water enters the base of the showerhead, it is propelled through an accelerator fin to increase the velocity of the water flow. It is then directed through a channel where oxygen is injected into water. The result? Phenomenal coverage and a continuous range of sensations - from a soft relaxing spray to a deep, therapeutic massage while maintaining a very high level of water efficiency.


How does this technology affect me?


Oxygenics is able to save water and energy without sacrificing the performance and shower experience we all expect every day. That means money in your pocket and smiles on the faces of your customers.

Property owners, maintenance supervisors, or places with hard water and high calcium levels know how troublesome it can be to have to maintain shower fixtures. The single orifice design of Oxygenics® showerheads coupled with internal components made of non-stick Delrin® are no match against common "shower cloggers." There isn't a calcium deposit or sediment that will stand in the way.


What is Delrin® and how does it work?


Delrin® is one of the secret weapons of Oxygenics® success. The chemical make-up of this innovative material doesn't allow lime and calcium deposits to bond to it. Using the average showerhead, you probably spend time and money dipping your investment in CLR or vinegar and find yourself frequently replacing clogged fixtures. Switching to Oxygenics® products will have a high efficiency shower fixture that will last for years without having to touch it. Eliminate problems of clogged showers and constant cleaning. Oxygenics® is virtually maintenance free.








As the human body  ages, levels of oxygen start to diminish, especially in the skin, breaking down collagen and elastin. Oxygenics® showerheads are designed to rejuvenate your skin.


Oxygen is good for us. It is the second largest component of the earth's atmosphere. Humans and animals rely on it for survival. Without it, life as we know it would cease. But oxygen is not just for breathing.


Oxygen is a critical and sometimes overlooked component in water. Health and beauty experts praise this showerhead for its health-enhancing ability to revitalize the skin and rejuvenate skin cells.


What can oxygen do for me?


The Oxygenics system uses patented technology to continually introduce air into the shower water creating a powerful oxygenated spray. In fact, Oxygenics can increase oxygen content in the water up to 10 times. The skin is the largest organ in the body. It breathes and when oxygen is introduced to the skin, the skin will absorb the necessary oxygen it desires. So, not only are you saving money while using Oxygenics, but you're also providing a healthy product to your customers.

Flow restrictors have been placed in the bases of showerheads by manufacturers as a way to keep the water flow at 2.5GPM ever since it was federally mandated by the U.S. Government. This method of water restriction significantly decreased water pressure and left people with wimpy unsatisfactory shower performance. It didn’t take long for shower users to figure out a solution – pull out the restrictor and continue wasting large amounts of water.

To this day, virtually every showerhead manufacturer employs the use of a removable flow restrictor to continually supply 2.5 gallons per minute regardless of the water pressure. Oxygenics showerheads do the opposite and contain no removable restrictors. The patented self-pressurizing technology built within each showerhead has the ability to adapt to the incoming water pressure, and use only what is necessary to give an extremely enjoyable shower.

Our 2.5GPM models have a flow of 1.75 gallons per minute at 60PSI, offering a 70% water savings from the industry-standard 4.5 gallons per minute showerheads in the Philippines.  Not only is this savings significant in reducing water consumption, but it also reduces energy costs as less hot water is used.

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Manhattan Green Solutions Presents Bioball Waterless Urinal Cartridges - Go Waterless without replacing your Urinal

The need to save water in the Philippines has become even more evident with the popularity of waterless urinals.


BIOBALL waterless urinal cartridges are an ideal way of converting urinals to become waterless. These cartridges do not need any new waterless urinals. Existing urinals can be used, saving a large amount of initial capital.


BIOBALL waterless urinal cartridges work by containing special bio-enzymes that consume uric salt and other components of urine, leaving only water down the drain. This system also emits a minty fresh odor, removing any need of deodorizers for toilets, thus, another valuable cost saving. These bio-enzymes also go through the pipes and eat up any clogs, they are 100% environmental and safe.


These waterless urinal cartridges also carry the best value for money by lasting up to 1 month before replacing. They are the most cost effective per use compared to any leading waterless urinal systems currently available, and have the fastest ROI compared to any product in the market.


BIOBALL waterless urinal cartridge goes a step further by being the only waterless urinal solution to be 100% biodegradable. The entire plastic is made out of starch polymer, which can dissolve over time on any landfill or compost.


BIOBALL waterless urinal cartridge does not contain any hazardous or toxic chemical whatsoever, making this completely environmental.


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