Water Conservation

• Conservation Tips:
  • https://wateruseitwisely.com/100-ways-to-conserve/
• Orange & Rockland Utilities
  • https://www.myorustore.com/collections/rebated-products
  • Energy products, as well as SUEZ Rebates for Water Sense fixtures to help conserve water and save money.
• SUEZ:
  • https://www.mysuezwater.com/
  • Reports and publications, tips on water saving, lawn maintenance and sustainable landscaping
• Watersense:
  • https://www.epa.gov/watersense
  • Products that meet EPA’s specifications for water efficiency and performance, and are backed by independent, third-party certification.

Watershed Protection

• Green Infrastructure:
  • https://www.nrdc.org/stories/green-infrastructure-how-manage-water-sustainable-way
  • Green infrastructure is a system relying on plants, soil, and natural systems to manage rainfall runoff. Green infrastructure tackles urban water issues and boosts climate resilience.
• Rockland County Stream Map: Official County Regulated Streams: 
  • (https://geopower.jws.com/rockland/MapDownload.jsp?id=31902)
  • This map will let you find out which watershed you get your water from, enabling you to stay informed about issues regarding your water.
• Storm Drains:
  • Storm drains are the physical link between land use and water quality.  Storm drains in Rockland County take runoff from roads and parking lots directly to the nearest stream, lake, wetland, river, or reservoir.  Unfortunately, as water travels to a storm drain some unsavory characters often “hitch a ride” – cigarette butts, trash, gasoline/oil, lawn chemicals, road salt and dirt are just some of the contaminants that pollute our waters. Clean Streets = Clean Streams!
  • http://rocklandcce.org/stormwater-consortium-water-quality-education
  • The Stormwater Consortium of Rockland County addresses water quality concerns through regulation and educational programs for businesses, homeowners, and professionals.