Conservation

Did you know that the average Fitchburg residential water customer used 57,000 gallons of water in 2010? Did you also know that we can all reduce our water use by as much as 30 percent by taking a few simple steps, such as installing high-efficiency plumbing fixtures and using water efficiently in our yards.

The City of Fitchburg is committed to protecting the future of our national and local water supply through water-efficient practices, products, and services. That is why we are partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to bring to you WaterSense, a national program that offers people a simple way to make product choices that use less water-and perform as well or better than your existing products.

Why Should You Care?             

• - Using water efficiently will conserve supplies for future generations.
• - Protecting and preserving the nation's water supply is critical to our economic future and human health.
• - WaterSense labeled products and services perform as well as or better than their less efficient counterparts.
• - Purchasing WaterSense labeled products can help you protect the environment and help you save money on utility bills.

Look for WaterSense Labeled Products WaterSense labeled products are products that are backed by an independent third-party certification, indicating that both water efficiency and performance criteria have been meet. WaterSense products are available in stores near you. Just look for the WaterSense label, typically located on the packaging of products.

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