Top 5 Water-Saving Sanitation Solutions for Commercial Buildings in 2026

The adoption of sustainable technologies in water saving, decreasing sewage load and green building compliance within the leading organizations in India.

Water is among the most important and misused resources in the contemporary infrastructure.

Since office complexes to hotels and airports- commercial buildings use thousands of liters of fresh water per day, and a large portion of it goes to waste, flushing, cleaning and maintenance.

With sustainability and compliance with ESG taking center stage in the way of doing business, increasing number of organizations are considering new and more innovative, water saving sanitation systems with limited waste, but with hygiene.

At Ekam Eco Solutions, we have been working on the development and deployment of the eco-friendly sanitation technologies targeting the Indian industries in nearly 10 years.

They are the Top 5 water-saving solutions of 2026 that is transforming how buildings can hygienically and sustainably operate.

🌿 1. Zerodor Waterless urinal systems.

Flushes can be completely removed and this is one of the best and most effective methods of conserving water.

Zerodor® waterless urinal is an invention by Ekam Eco Solutions that is patent-based and does not require a drop of water.

How It Works:

• Blocks odor and facilitates smooth urine flow with a mechanical trap (neither chemicals nor cartridges).

• None of sparkle, none of sealant, none of recurring expenditure.

Key Benefits:

• Consumes less water per urinal: 1.5 lakh to 1.5 liters of water saved annually.

• No smell or needs of any maintenance.

• Retrofit design - is convenient to be installed on the existing urinals.

Ideal: Suits offices, malls, airports, cinemas, educational institutions, and hospitals.

🏭 2. Small Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)

The present-day structures produce huge quantities of wastewater every day. To recycle and reuse such water in a sustainable manner, it is necessary to install a good on-site sewage treatment plant.

Why It Matters:

• Traditional methods of sewage treatment are associated with expensive removal of tankers and chemical treatment.

• The small STP systems made by Ekam are meant to treat wastewater naturally and within requirements of impollution control.

Key Benefits:

• Cuts the sewer tanker reliance by up to 90%.The treated water can be used as a means of reusing water in gardens or toilet flushing.

• Meets the requirements of CPCB and SPCB discharge standards.

Suitable to: Schools, residential, industrial facilities and business complexes.

🧽 3. VOC Cleaning & Housekeeping Solutions

Washing up takes up a massive amount of water in business establishments on a daily basis.

Ekam Eco VOC-free Certified cleaning range is an alternative to traditional chemical cleaners, which is both safe and sustainable.

Features:

• Developed using natural ingredients that are biodegradable.

• Zero VOC emissions -enhances indoor air quality.

• Works successfully in floors, toilets, and glass surfaces with minimal amount of water.

Benefits:

• Less chemicals and water used in cleaning.

• Improves the hygiene and safety at the work-place.

• Meets the requirements of Green Building Certification (LEED/IGBC).

Caution: Hospitals, offices, schools and large retail areas.

🚽 4. Drainline Maintenance Systems Enzyme-Based

Clogged drainage and unpleasant smells are not uncommon in the buildings with heavy pedestrian flow - and it often takes the utilization of harsh chemicals and water rinsing.

The drain cleaners produced by Ekam are enzyme-based which provides a natural solution.

How It Works:

• Digests organic waste materials and grease with the help of microbial enzymes.

• Keeps sewers clean and scent-free with no poisonous substances.

Key Benefits:

• Less water flushing and chemical cleaning are required.

• Prolongs life of the drainlines and avoids clogging.

• Bio-safe and fully degradable.

Germane: Hotels, restaurants, commercial kitchens, and hospitals.

🏢 5. Intelligent Toile and Odors Controllers.

Odor in the toilet, in most cases, results in over-cleaning and water wastage.

Ekam Eco odor management systems eliminate the scent of products on their own- without the use of masking agents or artificial perfumes.

Features:

• Utilizes neutralizers that are based on plants and are natural.

• Washroom works, garbage room works, and high traffic works.

• Lessens rate of maintenance and water washing.

Benefits:

• Keeps the interior environment fresh.

• Reduces the use of water based cleaning programs.

• Increases comfort and hygiene of the restroom.

Ideally suitable: At the airport, in the cinema, in a office, and in a shopping mall.

🌎 The Bigger Picture: Sustainability Beyond Savings

Such water-saving sanitation systems can result in the reduction of utility expenses as well as contribute to the achievement of a larger organizational objective:

• Meeting ESG & sustainability goals.

• Eligibility to Green Building Certifications.

• Lessening carbon footprint and circular water management.

Our mission is to simplify and scale sustainability at Ekam Eco Solutions, we are aimed to assist businesses in reaching compliance, saving, and building healthier spaces to all people.

💡 Conclusion

It promises to be a green sanitation technology defining year in India in 2026.

Commercial buildings can be first in the tide of environmentally-friendly hygiene by implementing water-saving urinals such as Zerodor®, small-scale STP and cleaners that do not emit VOC, and should demonstrate that environmental responsibility still can be combined with operational efficiency.

👉 Begin your sustainable life.

Book a Free Consultation or Request a Demo with the team to identify the appropriate eco-solution to your facility.