In a world too reliant on chemical treatments, copper stands out as a powerful natural agent for water sterilisation, hence why it was used in water supply pipes after the old lead water mains pipes, as copper would ensure their was no risk of lead poisoning. It was also used in early plumbing for hearing systems, which reduced the build up of the sludge We see in today's radiators, obviously this benefitted the lifespan of radiators, and heating pumps alike. But of course, today's world has trained people to only see the physical 'money in their pockets'

Copper was also used as water discharge pipes where 'dirty' water wasnt being discharged into rivers and sreams etc.

Copper's oligodynamic effect means that even in small quantities, copper ions can destroy bacteria, viruses, and other harmful microbes. This ancient method, used for centuries in drinking goblets, kettles, baths, swimming pools, and both domestic water supply & waste discharge pipes offers a sustainable and effective way to ensure cleaner, safer drinking water.

Something that's rarely mentioned these days, is that door handles on hospital doors used to be made from copper, to help stop the spread of infections from one patient to the next as nurses used to pass through wards.

Copper's antimicrobial properties can provide a natural alternative to man-made, expensive purification systems.