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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 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
Adding a rain sensor to your irrigation controller can be easy and inexpensive. When the monsoon rains come, a rain sensor will measure the rainfall automatically. This will help to conserve water and save you money by shutting off your irrigation system after a certain amount of rainfall. Visit any of our local hardware and gardening stores to ask for a rain sensor!
Passive rainwater harvesting techniques that you can adopt: Organic Mulch![]()
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Mulch is an organic material like wood chips that can be used at the bottom of basins to help absorb and retain water. It helps reduce evaporation and gives water time to get into the soil. #watertips
