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Water Wise In The Pines
Water Wise in the Pines is a Demand Management Program launched by Arizona Water Company for the Munds Park community.
Did you know that replacing an older washing machine with a new, high-efficiency model is a way to conserve water? Another way to conserve with the washing machine is to make sure it is a full load.![]()
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Standard washing machines typically use 19 gallons or more of water per load. High-efficiency washing machines reduce water usage by 6 - 12 gallons, depending on the model. If used properly, high-efficiency washing machines can reduce your household water usage by up to 80%.![]()
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Some homes even have a laundry-to-landscape system where washing machine water can go to trees and other landscape plants to conserve water.
Did you know that taking out an old toilet and replacing it with a new, high-efficiency model is a way to conserve water? Some toilets even use as much as 5 gallons per flush!![]()
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New high-efficiency toilets only use 1.28 gallons per flush, reducing water usage by anywhere from 20-60%. This generates an enormous annual household water savings of up to 13,000 gallons per year!![]()
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Find information on Arizona Water Company's Toilet Rebate program: bit.ly/4bpJ6CO
Did you know that replacing an older dishwasher with a new, high-efficiency model is a way to conserve water? Another way to conserve with the dishwasher is to make sure its a full load.![]()
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Older dishwashers use anywhere between 9 - 14 gallons per load, while new high-efficiency dishwashers - look for the Energy-Star label - use 3 - 5 gallons per load, saving thousands of gallons per year!
Did you know that replacing an old showerhead with a new, high-efficiency model is a way to conserve water? A standard showerhead uses 2.5 gallons of water per minute, while a high-efficiency showerhead cuts usage down to 2.0 gallons per minute.![]()
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Installing a high-efficiency showerhead can save you up to 2,700 gallons a year. If you need a new showerhead and are an Arizona Water Company customer, you can get one through the Free Conservation Kit program. Request a free kit here: bit.ly/3ZipFHG
What is the EPA WaterSense label? According to their website, WaterSense labeled products meet EPA's specifications for water efficiency and performance, and are backed by independent, third-party certification.![]()
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- Perform as well or better than their less efficient counterparts.![]()
- Are 20 percent more water efficient than average products in that category.![]()
- Realize water savings on a national level.![]()
- Provide measurable water savings results.![]()
- Achieve water efficiency through several technology options.![]()
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Want more information? Visit:https://www.epa.gov/watersense/watersense-label
