Water Conservation

A how-to for installing a rain barrel

About these pages

Water conservation is a key link between balancing current and future water needs. Our conservation materials focus on resources for local businesses, industries, communities and individuals.

Teachers: Take the class challenge!

All of us can become better at saving water. Have your class take the water conservation pledge to commit to save at least 10 gallons of water per day.

TV and radio ads

View our latest ads about conserving water.

Publications & materials

Order or download our publications and materials on conserving water.

Related links

Visit other water conservation sites.

Topics

Calculate your water use

Estimate your daily water use, then pledge to save 10%.

Saving water outdoors

Reduce your outdoor water consumption by taking a few simple steps.

Saving water indoors

Stop the leaks, slow the flow and use water wisely!

Water restrictions

The latest on water restrictions, contact info and fact sheets.


Agricultural conservation

Helpful resources for conservation and incentive programs supporting the agricultural community.

Commercial conservation

Industrial, commercial and institutional water conservation case studies.

District library catalog search

Search our on-site library catalog for water conservation information.

Florida Water Star℠ Gold (FWSG)

A water conservation program for home builders.

Landscape Education Coordination Initiative (LECI)

A comprehensive and unified approach to landscape water use efficiency through proper design and maintenance.

Water conservation program model

Estimate costs and water savings associated with different water uses and conservation measures.

Reclaimed water

Reclaimed water is treated wastewater and can be used for irrigation and other non-potable uses to extend our water supplies.

Urban mobile lab

Test for leaks and check the efficiency of your irrigation system.

Vendors and manufacturers of water conservation devices and services

Water efficient products and services

Water 101

Watch the four-part video about our water resource issues in west-central Florida.

Water CHAMP

Water Conservation Hotel and Motel Program (Water CHAMP) is designed to help hotels and motels save water for Florida's future in ways that save money.

Water PRO

The Water Program for Restaurant Outreach (Water PRO) helps restaurants lower operating costs and conserve water by making a few adjustments in service and appliances.

Water rates

Water utilities can reduce water use and maintain revenues by using water-conserving rate structures.

Water-wise landscape recognition program

Calls attention to water-conserving landscapes of commercial, government and builders in the community.

EZ-Audit irrigation scheduler

Test the performance of your in-ground irrigation systems.

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