EDIS (Oct 2024)

Estimating Benefits of Residential Outdoor Water Conservation: A Step-by-Step Guide

  • Tatiana Borisova,
  • Laura A. Warner,
  • Weizhe Weng,
  • Jennison Searcy,
  • Anil Kumar Chaudhary,
  • Michael Dukes

DOI
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fe1009-2017
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2024, no. 5

Abstract

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This article was developed to help Extension agents, water-conservation managers, and homeowners estimate the economic benefits of residential outdoor water conservation. It provides guidance for reporting benefits, including lowered utility bills for homeowners, reduced water-delivery costs for utilities, and increased water supply. This publication also offers an example of an impact statement.­

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