In three to five sentences, describe what gray water is and how it is being used in the Southwest.

Greywater is domestic wastewater which is produced from the recycling of laundry, shower, and hand basin water. When treated, this water can be used to irrigate a garden. Greywater makes 50% to 80% of the wastewater from a household.

Any household wastewater, including water from washing machines, dishwashers, baths, and sinks is greywater provided it doesn’t get into contact with sewer.

Since greywater contains nutrients from soap and other residues, it can be treated and reused to nourish the soil, which in turn produces lush and healthy plants.

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