Why so little water?
Why do restaurants provide under-sized cups when you ask for water with a meal? Is the cost difference between this little clear plastic cup and…
A Wet Rug
This oriental rug is submerged in a small pool below a waterfall, in the Himalayan foothills. A great reminder not to be trapped by expectations….
A watery opportunity
Atop the rocky fortress (or is it a temple?) at Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, there are rubbish bins overflowing with empty water bottles. So many bottles…
Making plates disposable
I came across this little concept in Sri Lanka, where many restaurants cut down the amount of effort required to clean dishes by first putting…
1 Scoop of Tender Coconut
Vendors abound where you can buy a fresh young coconut for about 15 rupees (approx $0.33). The vendor holds the coconut with one hand and…
One flush or two?
Many toilets are designed with a dual-flush system. One flush lever meant to be used for liquid waste (which requires less water) and one flush…