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#98 Smart Showers, Smarter Habits: University of Surrey’s Water-Saving Revolution
In this episode of Waterfall, Mike is joined by Professor Benjamin Gardner from the University of Surrey to explore how smart shower technology is reshaping our understanding of everyday water use. Ben shares insights from a major research project that used sensor-based timers in student accommodation to track shower habits, reveal what drives long showers, and show how simple feedback can cut shower times by up to 43 percent. Together, they uncover how small nudges, smarter tech, and better awareness can help us save water, energy, and money without compromising comfort.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introductions and smart showers explained
01:03 – How smart shower sensors work
03:29 – The Surrey study and the impact of timers
06:06 – Why real-time feedback beats egg timers
09:15 – What the data reveals about shower habits
15:22 – Key findings, surprises, and future research
25:56 – Closing thoughts and personal water use
Show notes
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By CCW - The Consumer Council For Water
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In this episode of Waterfall, Mike is joined by Professor Benjamin Gardner from the University of Surrey to explore how smart shower technology is reshaping our understanding of everyday water use. Ben shares insights from a major research project that used sensor-based timers in student accommodation to track shower habits, reveal what drives long showers, and show how simple feedback can cut shower times by up to 43 percent. Together, they uncover how small nudges, smarter tech, and better awareness can help us save water, energy, and money without compromising comfort.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introductions and smart showers explained
01:03 – How smart shower sensors work
03:29 – The Surrey study and the impact of timers
06:06 – Why real-time feedback beats egg timers
09:15 – What the data reveals about shower habits
15:22 – Key findings, surprises, and future research
25:56 – Closing thoughts and personal water use
Show notes
Water meter calculator - CCW