This is a great idea for anyone who uses Brita or other brand water filter pitchers on a regular basis. While granulated activated carbon may not be adequate for every situation, it will certainly apply and appeal to many & helps keep waste out of the landfill and considerably reduces consumer costs. This article tells you how to refill a cartridge for 1/12th the cost of a new one.
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How to Refill a Brita Water Filter Pitcher Cartridge with Granulated Activated Carbon
The “Better†Plastic Water Bottle
New Wave Enviro Inc., an innovative, earth-friendly company, now produces a refillable corn-based water bottle with a built-in filter...

Water filtering bike!
Clean water from our taps is something that many of us take for granted. In some parts of the world, the collection of water, is a daily task that requires a great deal of effort and resources - and often the water still isn’t fit to drink. The award winning Aquaduct bike seeks to improve water transportation and safety for people faced with such challenges.