Take The Pledge And Conserve Our Water!
POSTED: 2:35 pm PDT May 5,
2008
UPDATED: 11:21 am PST November 19,
2008
The San Diego region has been a leader in water conservation for years thanks to dedicated efforts by many residents and businesses. However, our current water supply challenges require further water savings.We need your help saving more water now because our supplies are being cut. Recent court-ordered restrictions on water deliveries from Northern California are limiting water supplies and rapidly depleting water storage levels across much of the state. To make matters worse, the court-ordered restrictions are making our state system for managing water more vulnerable to weather changes. This will makes it more difficult to cope with and recover from dry conditions in the years ahead.Everyone can contribute to the San Diego region’s effort to increase conservation by 20 gallons per person per day. Visit www.20gallonchallenge.com to make your pledge, find water saving tips and learn about programs and incentives.
If you are already taking steps to conserve water, the San Diego region's water agencies thank you for your efforts. But remember – the more water you save, the more you benefit our region, our environment, and our water future, so see how far you can go!Water Saving Tips1. Shorten showers by two minutes – Save 5 gallons daily2. Wash only full loads of clothes – Saves 15 gallons daily3. Fix leaky toilets – Saves 30 gallons daily4. Replace inefficient clothes washers – Saves 10 gallons daily (For info on $175 Water Authority/SDG&E vouchers call 800-986-4538)5. Reduce over-watering by reducing irrigation cycles by 2 minutes – Saves 80 gallons daily6. Adjust sprinklers to prevent overspray and runoff – Saves 20 gallons daily7. Upgrade to a “smart irrigation controller” that adjusts for temperature and precipitation – Saves 40 gallons daily8. Use a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways and sidewalks – Saves 22 gallons daily9. Don’t leave the hose running while washing your car – get a self-closing nozzle for your hose – Saves 18 gallons daily10. Install covers on pool and spas to reduce evaporation – Saves 30 gallons dailyCollege Video Contest
Outdoor Water Conservation
To See This Month's Winner Click HereTell us how your business, organization or public agency is taking action to become an exemplary water saver in San Diego County! We’re looking for examples of companies or organizations that have reduced their water use, for example by installing water-efficient devices, putting in low-water-use landscapes or irrigation systems, taking advantage of recycled water, or other means.Four organizations will be recognized on air for their efforts – one per month from June through September. Enter below. Read the official rulesLooking for incentives or programs to help your organization save water? Click here for programs available from the San Diego County Water AuthoritySponsored By:
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Outdoor Water Conservation
Nominate a Super Water Saver
To See This Month's Winner Click HereTell us how your business, organization or public agency is taking action to become an exemplary water saver in San Diego County! We’re looking for examples of companies or organizations that have reduced their water use, for example by installing water-efficient devices, putting in low-water-use landscapes or irrigation systems, taking advantage of recycled water, or other means.Four organizations will be recognized on air for their efforts – one per month from June through September. Enter below. Read the official rulesLooking for incentives or programs to help your organization save water? Click here for programs available from the San Diego County Water AuthoritySponsored By:
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