LEED Posters - Water Efficiency
Water Efficiency
On an annual basis, Americans currently use 3,700 billion gallons per year more than we return to the natural water system. This impacts our long term water supply and associated ecosystems. Water conservation in the Recreation Center has reduced the buildings water use by 30% over a traditional building of this type.
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Water efficient landscaping is drought-resistant and requires minimal maintenance.
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The need for an irrigation system has been eliminated completely.
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Water use reduction – 37%.
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Low flow plumbing fixtures – “Dual-flush” toilets that offer a choice of using 1.1 gallons per flush or 1.6 gallons per flush vs. 1.6 gallons at all times.
The UMaine Student Recreation and Fitness Center meets or exceeds these LEED qualifications.