Water
Water is the life-blood of Utah's desert environment. From lush mountain meadows to harsh desert valleys, water holds everything together – making the land inhabitable by people and wildlife. Utah is the second driest state receiving an average of only 13 inches of precipitation a year. Yet we consume about 293 gallons per person per day, over half of which is used to water lawns. As Utah’s population continues to grow, it is important to conserve and protect water quality.
Choices:
- Consider using native plants that use less water.
- Water lawns and gardens only in early morning or late evening to avoid the heat of the day.
- Use soaker hoses or trickle irrigation systems for trees and shrubs.
- Never dump anything down a storm drain or drainage ditch. Storm drains flow directly to a creek or stream, without any treatment.
- Use fertilizers and pesticides only when needed and follow application instructions. Fertilizers promote algae growth in our waterways.
- Sweep outside instead of using the hose.
- Take short showers and turn off the water when you brush your teeth.
Learn more about water conservation at: www.conservewater.utah.gov/
WaterSense is a voluntary public-private partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Its mission is to protect the future of our nation's water supply by promoting and enhancing the market for water-efficient products and services. Saving water is easy—many products are already available for use, and it doesn't require changing the way most of us live or do business. By choosing products labeled through the WaterSense program, you know you'll be saving water for future generations.