Facts And Fiction: Is AC Water The New Financial Butter?
- By Babatunde Adesokan
This is the question on everyone’s lips as misconceptions often start as crude jokes but become trending topics, with no one remembering the source. Recently, it was strangely believed that another quick way to get rich in Nigeria is by gathering AC water. Some online individuals claim to have sold a bucket of air conditioner water for ₦170,000.
According to this errant belief, the commercial value of AC water lies in its use for:
- Battery sellers or inverter repairers
Laboratories and hospitals - Cosmetic or pharmaceutical producers
- People who use steam irons and humidifiers
We are talking about the same annoying water people collect in a bucket and pour away with spite. So, is this really the new gold?
Remember, it was the pendulum of a clock at some point, the old alloy pot, and now AC water. This is not surprising in a country where MMM, CBEX thrived, and all kinds of Ponzi affiliate businesses exist.
The desire to become a quick millionaire is exigently foremost in everyone’s mind. To allay misconceptions and channel youths’ efforts towards the right endeavors, clarification needs to be made, and beliefs set right.
First, how is AC water formed? The water from the air conditioning system is formed from the hot air removed from the house during the cooling process. As heat is removed, it condenses. The condensed water collects on the evaporator coil before dripping out of the AC.
Is AC water that useful that it would cost that much? The answer is a capital “no.” Although AC water is supposed to be distilled water, it is contaminated by the coil and tube it passes through. So, the final output is not thoroughly distilled water, as purported.
What are the actual uses of AC water? You can use it for:
- Gardening and plant care, as condensate water is free from chlorine and other chemicals found in tap water
- Household cleaning
- Flushing toilets
- Washing cars
- Ironing clothes
If you still believe AC water is your financial butter, it means you must be ready to collect a large amount and ensure your packaging is not contaminated before converting it into spendable currency.
As for advice, I say that time is better spent on something more productive.
Selah!
- Adesokan is a poet, writer and public affairs analyst.
The opinions expressed in this publication are solely those of the author. It does not represent the editorial position or opinion of OSUN DEFENDER.
