Condensate water reuse systems offer a practical, low-risk, and cost-effective opportunity to reduce potable water consumption by 10–30%, particularly in buildings with high cooling loads and humid operating conditions. When properly designed and controlled, these systems can supply cooling towers, irrigation networks, and sanitary flushing systems with minimal treatment and high reliability.
This book was written to bridge the gap between sustainability goals and practical engineering implementation. It focuses on real-world design strategies, system components, smart controls, regulatory considerations, and operational best practices. Rather than promoting theoretical concepts alone, it provides engineers, consultants, facility managers, and decision-makers with actionable guidance on how to design, integrate, and operate condensate water reuse systems safely and effectively.
Whether used as a technical reference, a sustainability roadmap, or a decision-support tool, this book aims to demonstrate how intelligent use of HVAC condensate can contribute meaningfully to water conservation, operational savings, and long-term building resilience.
Charles Nehme is an HVAC and building services consultant with over 30 years of global experience in industrial, commercial, and residential projects. His work spans a wide range of applications, including data centers, hospitals, cleanrooms, laboratories, hotels, and large commercial developments. He specializes in HVAC system optimization, energy efficiency, water conservation strategies, and sustainable MEP design.
Through his consultancy, CFN-HVAC, Charles provides remote and on-site services worldwide, supporting clients with system design reviews, energy and water audits, troubleshooting, retrofits, and sustainability-driven solutions. He is also the author of multiple technical books focused on HVAC systems, building services, and emerging trends in sustainable design.
Charles combines hands-on field experience with practical engineering knowledge, making his work particularly relevant to professionals seeking solutions that are technically sound, code-compliant, and economically viable. His approach emphasizes simplicity, reliability, and measurable performance improvements in real operating environments.