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The Importance of Water Efficiency

Water is vital to the survival of everything on the planet and is limited in supply. The Earth might seem like it has abundant water, but in fact less than 1 percent is available for human use. While the population and the demand on freshwater resources are increasing, supply remains constant. In fact, a government report (PDF) (1 pg, 132K)found that water managers in 36 states expected to face water shortages by 2013.

Managing water is a growing concern in the United States. Communities across the country are starting to face challenges regarding water supply and water infrastructure.

Get the Facts

These statistics and facts about WaterSense and water efficiency can help you enhance your article.

Saving Water for Future Generations

WaterSense makes it easy to find and select water-efficient products and ensures consumer confidence in those products with a label backed by third party, independent testing and certification. Certifying organizations help maintain the WaterSense integrity and credibility by verifying and testing products for conformance to WaterSense specifications, efficiency, performance, and label use, as well as by conducting periodic market surveillance.

WaterSense also recognizes water-efficient new homes and some professional service programs that meet WaterSense specifications by incorporating a strong water efficiency component.

For more information about WaterSense, please see the Every Drop Counts fact sheet.

We're for Water

WaterSense launched "We're for Water", a national outreach campaign to encourage Americans to try at least one simple water-saving behavior around the house. Consumers are encouraged to take the I'm for Water Pledge and to "like" the WaterSense Facebook page.

When Do I Use The WaterSense Label or WaterSense Program Logo?

If you are reminding readers to look for the WaterSense label, please review the Media Label Use Guidelines.
If you are talking about the WaterSense program in general, please review the Media Logo Use Guidelines.

Please contact the WaterSense Helpline or (866) WTR-SENS (987-7367) if you have questions about the program or to request either file for use in your publication.

Press Releases for the WaterSense Program

07/25/12	EPA Kicks Off Third Annual Energy Star National Building Competition
06/13/12	EPA's Fifteen Hot Tips for a Cool Summer: Save money, water, energy while protecting health and encouraging environmental learning
05/18/12	Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver recognized at Golden, Colo. home dedication for excellence in sustainable housing
03/08/2012	Fix a Leak Week 2012 Encourages Americans to Save Water
10/06/2011	2011 WaterSense Partners of the Year Recognized for Dedication to Water-Efficiency
11/03/2011	EPA's WaterSense Program to Label Innovative Watering Technology/Weather-based irrigation controllers
03/11/2011	EPA Encourages Americans to Save Water During Fix a Leak Week
11/23/2010	EPA Recognizes Nation's First WaterSense Labeled Homes/Water efficiency program aims to help home buyers save money on utility bills while cutting their water and energy use
10/07/2010	EPA Announces WaterSense Partners of the Year
07/22/2010	EPA Launches We're for Water campaign
06/30/2010	Consumers Save Money, Water with EPA's WaterSense Program: Showerheads added to the WaterSense product list
03/12/2010	Fix a Leak Week Offers Texas-Sized Water Savings: Americans can save water and money
12/10/2009	EPA Releases Final Specification for WaterSense New Homes: This will help homeowners increase water efficiency and save on their utility bills
10/19/2009	EPA's WaterSense Label Available for First Commercial Building Product
10/8/2009	EPA Recognizes Leaders in Water Efficiency: WaterSense Partners of the Year Named
08/3/2009	EPA Offers Tips to Save Water and Money
03/16/2009	EPA Launches "Fix a Leak Week" To Encourage Water Efficiency
11/25/2008	Green Savings Start at Home by Going Blue
10/9/2008	Doing More with Less Water - First WaterSense Partners of the Year
08/1/2008	EPA Works with Builders On WaterSense New Homes Program
06/09/2008	CDC Becomes First Federal WaterSense Partner
06/05/2008	Water Saving Homes Are Coming Soon
04/02/2008	New England Water Works Assoc. Joins EPA's WaterSense Program - Group Will Promote Simple Ways to Save Water
10/01/2007	Final Specification for High-Efficiency Bathroom Sink Faucets Announced
02/22/2007	EPA Cultivates Water-Efficient Landscapes
01/24/2007	Final Specification for High-Efficiency Toilets Announced
10/27/2006	Final Specifications for Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals Announced
10/11/2006	EPA WaterSense Program to Spark Consumer Demand for Water-Efficient Products and Promote Water Conservation
06/12/2006	Administrator Johnson Announces WaterSense Program