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Water-Efficient Homes, New Development - Carolyn Schaffer, associate resources specialist, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California - Presentation 1/2 Water and Efficiency in New Construction
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Water-Efficient Homes New Development WaterWater--Efficient Homes Efficient Homes New DevelopmentNew Development
Metropolitan Water District of Southern CaliforniaJune 2, 2009
PartnershipsPartnerships
Building Industry AssociationBuilding Industry Association of Southern Californiaof Southern California
Green Building Collaboration Green Building Collaboration
Residential Water UseResidential Water Use
Source: AWWA Research Foundation 1999 Residential End Uses of Water Study
Water Conserving FeaturesWater Conserving Features
• Standard: New Water Efficient Landscape Ordinances
• Low Water Use
• Increased Efficiency
• Eliminate water waste
• Water Savings: uses up to 50% less water than standard landscapes
LandscapesLandscapes
Sustainable Sustainable DesignsDesigns
StateState--ofof--thethe--Art Art Irrigation SystemsIrrigation Systems
• Standard: Irrigation Association SWAT
• “Smart Water Application Technologies”
• Water Savings: 20% more efficient than standard controllers
Smart Controllers
Smart Controllers
• Standard: EPA WaterSense
• Technology Choices:• Dual Flush
• Pressure-Assisted
• Gravity Fed
• Water Savings: 20% more efficient than ULFTs
High Efficiency
Toilets
High Efficiency
Toilets
• Standard: HECW with Water Factor of 4.0 or lower
• Technology Choices:• CEE list for manufacturers’
self-reported ratings
• Water Savings: up to 50% more efficient than standard washers
High Efficiency Washers
High Efficiency Washers
•• Implementing Water Conservation GoalsImplementing Water Conservation Goals•• Executive TeamExecutive Team
•• Marketing and SalesMarketing and Sales
•• Project ManagerProject Manager
•• Landscape ArchitectLandscape Architect
•• PurchasingPurchasing
•• Other Trades and SuppliersOther Trades and Suppliers
•• Water AgenciesWater Agencies
Team ApproachTeam Approach
Contact InfoContact Info
www.bewww.bewaterwaterwise.comwise.com
Carolyn SchafferCarolyn Schaffer(213) 217(213) [email protected]@mwdh2o.com