Alliance For Water Efficiency Launches Resource Library

Library 2The Alliance for Water Efficiency, a national non-profit organization that promotes the efficient and sustainable use of water, is pleased to announce the formal launch of a comprehensive web-based Water Efficiency Resource Library, in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, who is a major partner and funder of the program.  The Resource Library houses a substantial body of information about water efficiency programs, products, practices, and more. 

Water Efficiency Watch Newsletter for Nov-Dec 2008 Now Available

The new issue of Water Efficiency Watch features comments on WaterSmart Innovations by Mary Ann Dickinson, an update on the rejection of a UPC code amendement to limit multiple showerheads, new EPA climate strategy, Oregon approves graywater, Tucson approves rainwater harvesting, Georgia limits drought response, and much more. 

2008 WaterSense Partners of the Year Recognized

watersenseLogoThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognized four WaterSense partners for their outstanding accomplishments in increasing water efficiency across the country over the last year. The first WaterSense Partner of the Year awards were presented at the WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada.

“WaterSense commends The Saving Water Partnership, Kohler, Ferguson, and Tim Malooly for achievements in the water-efficiency arena,” said Benjamin H. Grumbles, EPA’s assistant administrator for water. “With their help, WaterSense is transforming how Americans view water and is helping millions use it more efficiently.”  Learn more about the 2008 WaterSense Partner Awards here.

Congress Approves High-Efficiency Appliance Tax Incentives

Congress has given final approval to tax incentives for manufacturers of high-efficiency appliances, including water-saving clothes washers and dishwashers.  Section 305 of H.R. 1421, the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, approved by the House of Representatives, includes incentives for extra-high efficiency clothes washers and dishwashers produced during the years 2008, 2009, and 2010.  This proposal was supported by appliance manufacturers, water utilities, and efficiency advocates, who reached agreement on recommendations for incentive amounts and qualifying efficiency levels in early 2007.  Manufacturers will be rewarded for bringing new models to market that are well above current Energy Star levels of energy and water efficiency.  These products will reduce consumer utility bills and pave the way for more widespread improvements in appliance efficiency in the years to come.

Great Lakes Compact Signed Into Law

The Great Lakes Governors applauded President George W. Bush for signing a joint resolution of Congress providing consent to the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact.  The President’s action marks the final step in the Compact’s approval process thus enabling these historic protections to become law.  New York Governor David Paterson said, "I thank President Bush for carrying out the will of Congress and signing this important piece of legislation."  Learn more about this historic legislation here. 

AWE Charter Sponsor Profile - Denver Water

Denver Water LogoDenver Water proudly serves high-quality water and promotes its efficient use to 1.3 million people in the city of Denver and many surrounding suburbs. Established in 1918 as a nonpolitical municipal agency independent of City government, it is Colorado's oldest and largest water utility.  Learn more about AWE Gold Charter Sponsor - Denver Water - here.