City becomes WaterSense partner
The city has agreed to become a WaterSense partner.
WaterSense is a voluntary partnership program established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2006 "to protect the future of our nation's water supply by promoting and enhancing the market for water efficient products and programs," according to a city staff report.
Much like Energy Star branding, WaterSense labels are placed on water efficient products and programs that meet designated EPA efficiency and performance criteria.
By becoming a partner, the city agrees to:
promote the value of water efficiency and WaterSense labeled products and programs
encourage eligible constituents to participate in WaterSense
provide a brief annual update about water promotional activities, adhere to label, promotional label, partner logo and program logo guidelines
feature WaterSense on the website and related promotional materials
abide by the general terms and disclaimers outlined on the partnership agreement
WaterSense labels can be found on various household items including bathroom sink faucets and accessories, showerheads, toilets and urinals..
According to a city staff report, products bearing the WaterSense label:
- perform as well or better than their less efficient counterparts
- are 20 percent more water efficient than average products in that category
- realize water savings on a national level
- provide measurable water savings results
- achieve water efficiency through several technology options
- are effectively differentiated by the WaterSense label
obtain independent, third-party certification
