AWWA ACE65496

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of the WaterSense℠ Program, developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), with the program goal of reducing water and wastewater infrastructure costs and conserving water resources for future generations. Program objectives include: raising awareness about the importance of water efficiency; ensuring product performance; helping consumers differentiate among products and services; promoting innovation in product development; and, supporting state and local water efficiency efforts. Anticipated water-efficient product and service categories are listed, along with WaterSense℠ New Homes Program Philosophy, new homes activities, stakeholder input, water efficiency measures, current status of the program, and future plans.