Long Term Changes—Water Conservation
Conserving water in the long term can be a costly endeavor. But with a range of options to choose from, investments can be made as the funds become available. Here are some examples:
- Install a low-flow showerhead in all of your bathrooms
- Install a low-flow faucet aerator on all your household faucets
- Install a smart sprinkler controller
- Opt for energy efficient/water efficient appliances, like an on-demand hot water system
- Replace toilet—largest water user— look for low flush or dual flush models
- Replace clothes washer—second largest water user—for Energy Star-rated one, which have Water Factor at or lower than 9.5
- Choose climate appropriate plants and proper irrigation for your landscaping
- Install irrigation controller has rain shutoff device or opt for weather adjusting ET irrigation controller that waters only when plants need
- Use organic mulch around plants to reduce evaporation
- Opt for a greywater reuse system
- Install a rainwater harvesting system as supplementary outdoor water supply
- Seal water pipes and external taps to prevent bursts in cold weather
Local water providers may offer more information and potential incentives, so don’t hesitate to check out their websites for deals.
List of Resources for More Info on Conserving H2O
- Be Waterwise: www.bewaterwise.com
- California Urban Water Conservation Council: http://www.cuwcc.org/home.html
- Department of Water Resources (Water Conservation and Water Use Efficiency Links): http://watersupplyconditions.water.ca.gov/water_links.cfm
- The Nature Conservancy:http://www.nature.org/tncscience/bigideas/people/art23907.html
- Treehugger.com:www.treehugger.com
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