Smart Irrigation Month

When you water your lawn this summer, keep these things in mind:

As much as 50% of water used for watering is wasted because of inefficient methods. July is Smart Irrigation Month, a great time to make smart changes to save water and money!

What is Smart Irrigation Month?

Smart Irrigation Month is a public awareness campaign to promote efficient water use. Using water wisely:

• Saves money on your utility bill.

• Nurtures green spaces that deliver real environmental benefits.

• Protects your community’s water supply for generations to come.

• Minimizes needed investments in infrastructure to store and carry water, which must be paid for by property taxes or municipal bonds.

Automatic watering or sprinkler systems — known in the trade as irrigation systems — deliver exactly the right amount of water at the right time. Efficient irrigation systems:

• Minimize overwatering while keeping your lawn and garden beautiful and healthy.

• Adjust watering automatically to account for rain and other conditions.

• Put every drop of water to work by minimizing evaporation and waste.

• Make maintaining your yard easy and convenient.