What You Can Do
California is facing severe water challenges. Water is in short supply for many cities, farms and businesses, and will remain so for the foreseeable future.
With water shortages a reality in many parts of the state, your efforts to save water can make a difference. Rethinking the way you use water – both indoors and outdoors – will help stretch our limited supplies and ensure water is there when we need it.
Simple things you can do in your daily life can save water. If we all work together, we can make a difference for California’s future.
- In the Home
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Water is essential to each of us every day. But it’s a limited resource, so we all need to rethink the way we use water on a daily basis. By following these water-saving tips inside your home, you can help save water every day, whether or not California is in a drought:
- Outdoors
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You'll be amazed by the amount of water you can save by just making a few simple changes to your landscaping and clean up routine.
- In The Workplace
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Water usage at the office can be an afterthought for many people. But there are many simple ways to save water at work, and that’s good for the bottom line.
- Ask an Expert
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Submit your conservation-related questions to our Water Experts.
- Submit Your Ideas
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Got an idea for saving water? Want to share tips or recommend devices? Submit your ideas here.
- Local Water Agencies
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Visit these agencies for more water-saving ideas, rebates and other information specific to your area.