A Balanced Approach to Water Conservation in Utility Planning

Abstract

This project identified benefits, problems, and challenges experienced by utilities that have implemented conservation programs, and the best practices used to enhance the benefits and mitigate the problems and challenges. The report provides utilities with useful reference data and recommendations to develop proactive water conservation approaches that maximize benefits while minimizing potential unintended consequences. Published in 2012.

As of August 2023, the web tool has been discontinued.

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A Balanced Approach to Water Conservation in Utility Planning

Report

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02/21/2012

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Compendium of Water-Saving Technologies

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A Balanced Approach to Water Conservation in Utility Planning

Abstract

Resources

A Balanced Approach to Water Conservation in Utility Planning

Compendium of Water-Saving Technologies

Water Conservation: Customer Behavior and Effective Communication

Impacts of Demand Reduction on Water Utilities

Managing the Revenue and Cash Flow Effects of Conservation

Developing Strategic Consumer Messaging for Microplastics in Drinking Water Supplies

Establishing Industry-Wide Guidance for Water Utility Life Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emission Inventories

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Best Practices for the Water Sector Workforce

Your Water System is Not Isolated - Interdependencies are Important