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Water Use Faces Conservation Challenges Across America

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California has been battling water demands for 15 years and our water supply has remained flat even with an increase in population. However, many of the easy conservation tactics have now been implemented! And the population is continuing to grow. The future will require tougher water policies to keep pace with population demands. Climate changes could also reduce the water supply.

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  • Plants are often over-watered, causing wasted water as well as diseased or sickly plants
  • One of the largest conservation opportunities is reducing turf grass – replace with woody plants
  • Optimizing your irrigation system can save 20-40% of your water use...
  • Changing turf species can save another 20%.
  • Reclaimed water is the current strategy for large conservation impact.
  • Water management strategy maintains quality and reduces water consumption
Read more about water conservation at CaliforniaGreenSolutions.com


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