Water Efficiency
For years, the U.S. has taken water for granted. Low prices and a lack of regulation have led to massive waste, poor infrastructure, and the illusion that we have an endless supply.
But that mindset is changing. We’ve seen drought in the Southwest U.S., water rationing in California, dwindling aquifers, and contaminated water supplies. These problems are not going to be solved by drilling deeper wells.
Water-saving appliances, improved wastewater treatment, and higher performance goals can all mitigate the damage. Here you’ll find resources on products and strategies you need to achieve these goals.
Water Efficiency
Deep Dives
Get up to speed on complex topics. You can also earn CEUs and download PDF Spotlight Reports.
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Quick Takes
Jump straight to the essentials with these short explanations of green building concepts.
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Product Guidance
Unbiased information from our product experts helps you separate green from greenwash.
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Kohler Enters the Waterless Urinal Market
Product Review
The Kohler Company has introduced two stylish, vitreous-china waterless urinal models.
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Kohler Highline 1.1-gpf Toilet
Product Review
With the help of a remarkably quiet pressure-flush mechanism, Kohler's newest toilet uses only 1.1 gallons of water per flush.
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Zurn Introduces Flood of Water-Conserving Products
Product Review
Zurn Plumbing Products Group's new offerings include a 1.1-gpf toilet, a dual-flush toilet, a non-water-using urinal, and a dual-flush flushometer valve.
In The News
We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.
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DOE To Ban Multi-Spray Showerheads
News Analysis
DOE has issued a ruling limiting shower systems to 2.5 gallons of water per minute total, shocking plumbing manufacturers and water conservationists alike.
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Progress on Energy-Efficient Desalination, from Microbes
News Brief
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Clearing the Way for Water Savings in Plumbing Codes
News Analysis
A new green supplement to the Uniform Plumbing and Mechanical Codes will enable more creative water-savings strategies while allowing jurisdictions to regulate their safety.
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EPA WaterSense Label Enters Commercial Building Market
News Analysis
Perspective
Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.
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Learning Resources
A wide range of education options, with automatic reporting for AIA and GBCI.
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