The Association for Water Efficiency has prepared a position paper titled, Transforming Water: Water Efficiency as Infrastructure Investment. The paper quantitatively examines the short-term economic growth impacts of water efficiency investments, specifically in terms of job creation, income, GDP, national output, water savings, and other benefits.

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In a business-as-usual scenario, more than half the world may live in water-stressed areas by 2050. This insightful article provides an overview of inspiring strategies and programs that have emerged across the world to combat the global water crisis.

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Learn about the strategies implemented by ten SITES-certified projects to promote resilience in landscapes.

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Water is our planet’s lifeblood. But climate change has redefined how we view water, with drought amplifying water scarcity and changing our relationship with the landscape and the built environment.

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Rebecca Wodder, a national environmental leader on water, discusses the importance of water solutions that include the broader community.

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In this one hour course, participants will explore the importance of sustainable stormwater management and the multitude of benefits that accompany implementing green infrastructure projects.

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This one-hour course explains how LCA is fast becoming the new benchmark for sustainable design philosophy.

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Toilets are the number 1 water users and costs of homes, are their simpler ways to save without extra effort?

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How does the EPA WaterSense water budget tool work and how does it fit in LEED and other green programs?

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Looking for quick, just-in-time support for LEED v4? This series includes brief tutorials that explain the inner workings of the specific Water Efficiency credits in LEED.

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This lesson introduces students to concepts surrounding water conservation and its importance, as it pertains to both individuals and the built environment.

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Explore the LEED Water Efficiency credits for existing buildings which focus on addressing water holistically, looking at indoor use, outdoor use, specialized uses, and metering.

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