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As the summer sun shines brighter and temperatures climb, water usage tends to increase. It is more important than ever to stay mindful of how, when, and where we use water. Here are simple, effective ways you can conserve water this season and help protect our shared resource:
Match Irrigation To The Weather
Turn your irrigation off on rainy days or the days following heavy rain. Adding rain sensors to your irrigation system can do the work for you.
Avoid the Heat of the Day
During warm temperatures, water early in the morning or at night instead of during the day to reduce the amount of evaporation.
Collect Rain
Rain barrels are an easy and sustainable way to capture and reuse rainwater. Use the collected water to nourish your garden or wash tools.
Check Your Sprinkler Systems
Regularly check your sprinkler system for leaks and to minimize the amount of overspray onto paved surfaces.
Greywater Wisdom
Water used for rinsing produce, washing hands, or even cooking pasta can often be reused for non-drinking purposes like watering plants.
Xeriscaping Charm
Choose drought-tolerant plants for your yard. These hardy species thrive with less water and bring beauty and biodiversity to your landscape. Bonus: They often require less maintenance.
Turf Out
Cascade Water Alliance’s Turf Out Program offers rebates for transitioning turf grass to drought-tolerant plants. Learn more at cascadewater.org/turf-out.
Want more ideas or tips? Visit BellevueWa.gov/conserve-water for more ways to help preserve this vital resource for our community now and for the next generation.
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