Tap water quality in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty? Is it safe to drink?

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Nestled in the north island of New Zealand, Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty region is renowned for its geothermal activity and stunning natural scenery. However, the region's water quality presents certain challenges and concerns for both residents and visitors. Addressing these issues is crucial for maintaining the well-being of the community and the pristine nature of the surrounding environment.

Water Quality Issues

Source: The water supply in Rotorua is derived primarily from local surface water sources and aquifers. Geothermal activity can influence the natural composition of these water bodies, impacting water quality.
Testing: Regular water testing is conducted by local authorities to ensure that the quality meets health and safety standards. These tests analyze various parameters, including microbial and chemical contaminants, to provide a comprehensive understanding of water condition.
Standards: Water quality standards in Rotorua are governed by both national regulations and local policies. Compliance with these standards ensures that the water is safe for consumption and recreational activities.
Water Hardness: A significant concern in Rotorua is the hardness of the water, a result of high mineral content, particularly calcium and magnesium. While not harmful to health, hard water can cause scaling in pipes and reduce the efficiency of household appliances.
Concerns: Residents and environmental advocates express concerns over the potential for geothermal contaminants and agricultural runoff to affect water quality. Vigilance is needed to mitigate these risks and maintain high standards.

Encouragement for Using Water Filters and Softeners

Given the challenges associated with Rotorua's water quality, residents are encouraged to adopt practical measures such as installing water filters and softeners. These devices can effectively reduce hardness and remove residual contaminants, ensuring clean and safe water for daily use. By investing in these solutions, households can improve appliance longevity and contribute to a healthier living environment.

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Contact Your Local Elected Official & Water Supply Company

One of the best ways for cleaner water is to talk to elected officials who have a say in water quality. Ask questions and demand actionable plans for healthier water.

Filter Out Contaminants

Check out different water filters to protect your water against the detected contaminants.

Which water purifier to get for Rotorua, Bay of Plenty?


Types of filters	GAC & Carbon	Micro filter	Ultra filter	Nano filter	Reverse Osmosis filter
Particle size filtered	> 10 Microns	10 to 0.1 Microns	0.1 to 0.01 Microns	0.01 to 0.001 Microns	< 0.0001 Microns

Common Suspended Compounds
Sediments
Pollen
Giardia Cysts
Bacteria, Algae
Yeast Cells
Asbestos fibers
Blue Indigo Dye
Cryptosporidium
MicroPlastics	Some
PFAs -polyfluoroalkyl substances	Some
Arsenic, Lead, Cadmium, Mercury
Haloacetic acids (HAA5/HAA9)
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
Viruses			Some
Colloidal Silica			Some

Common Dissolved solids
1,1-Dichloroethane
Tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene)
Trichloroethylene
Pesticides and Herbicides	Some	Some
Synthetic Dyes
Bromide	Some	Some	Some	Some
Bromochloromethane	Some	Some	Some	Some
Hardness				Some
Aqueous Salts				Some
Endocrine disruptors				Some
Nitrate & nitrite				Some
1,4-Dioxane				Some
Aluminum				Some
Barium				Some
Chromium (total)				Some
Fluoride				Some
Manganese				Some
Molybdenum				Some
Selenium				Some
Strontium				Some
Trichlorofluoromethane				Some
Uranium, combined (pCi/L)				Some

What do we do? How do we help?

We have developed the TDSBot, an inexpensive IOT device that monitors, in real time, the Incoming and Outgoing TDS levels, temperature, flow rate and cumulative volume of water filtered. Easy to install, it works with all water purifiers including, sediment, GAC, Carbon, Micro, Ultra, Nano and Reverse Osmosis water filters. Key benefits:

Know the incoming and filtered water quality in real time.
Know the volume of water filtered by day, week, month and total.
Know in advance when to change filter cartridges. Too often we tend to realize that they need changing after the water purifier has stopped working or worse, when the water smells bad.
Change filters only when needed. Sometimes filters perform longer than their standard life due to better incoming water or lower usage. Reduce waste and save money.
Quality data collected is aggregated to show real time water quality data to all the community.

TDSBot can be installed on water purifiers from Pentair, Culligan, 3M, Brita, BWT, iSpring, and most other brands. Supports sediment, GAC, Micro, Ultra, Nano and Reverse osmosis filters. It can remotely monitor filters attached to Coffee machines, Ice makers, soda fountains, water dispensers, ovens, laundry & dish washing, car wash found at Cafes, convenient stores, healthcare facilities, hotels, offices, restaurants, colleges, schools, hydroponic systems, and many more.

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Sustainability Impact Insights

TDSBot can generate a variety of sustainability data, including water usage metrics, identify areas of reducing water waste, leak detection and prevention, extend filter and equipment lifespan, predictive maintenance alerts to extend equipment life and reduce environmental impact.

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Learn About Water Quality

* A definition specific to a few codes is that “Safe drinking water” means water that meets all primary and secondary drinking water standards. Drinking water standards are set based on potential health impacts and also take into account the cost to meet the drinking water standard. Also, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines drinking water as safe when humans can drink it with low risk of immediate or long-term harm to your health. Although there may be health risks associated with certain contaminants found in drinking water not all contaminants are necessarily harmful.

** Based on the data collected from the TDSBots installed in Los Angeles, California

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