PSC Encourages Water Conservation During National Drinking Water Week

"Water is a valuable resource, especially in Florida," said PSC Chairman Mike La Rosa. "This week, the PSC is highlighting water's importance and encouraging Floridians to conserve water whenever they can. Every drop counts!"

The following water conservations tips, from the Environmental Protection Agency, will also help lower your water bill:

• Timing is everything: Know how much water your landscape needs, It's best to water lawns and landscapes in the early morning and evening after the sun goes down. Water can be lost to evaporation during the day's heat.
• Tune up your system: Inspect irrigation systems and check for leaks and broken or clogged sprinkler heads, or those spraying on the sidewalk, street, or driveway.
• Give your hose a break: Sweep driveways, sidewalks, and steps rather than hosing them off. And don't forget to check for leaks at your spigot connection.
• Make it count: Only run the dishwasher and clothes washer when fully loaded.
• Get a cover: If you have a swimming pool, get one. You'll cut the loss of water by evaporation by 90 percent.
• Make repairs: Repair dripping faucets and leaky toilets. Leaking taps can waste about 2,000 gallons of water each year. Leaky toilets can waste as much as 200 gallons each day.
• Step on it: Grass doesn't always need water because it's hot out. Step on the lawn; if the grass springs back, it doesn't need water. An inexpensive soil moisture sensor can also show the amount of moisture at the plant's roots and discourage overwatering.

You can access the PSC's Drop by Drop brochure and Conservation House for more water conservation tips. You can also find additional water conservation information on the PSC's website.

About Drinking Water Week
For more than 40 years, the American Water Works Association and its members have celebrated Drinking Water Week-an opportunity for water professionals and the communities they serve to recognize the vital role water plays in our daily lives. Additional information on National Drinking Water Week 2024, including free materials for download and celebration ideas, is available here.

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