Since 1866, San Jose Water Company has been providing clean, safe water to the San Jose community.
Our mission is to provide our customers with high-quality water and wastewater services in a sustainable and cost-effective manner. We are committed to protecting the environment and promoting water conservation.
We provide a variety of services to our customers, including:
We get our water from a variety of sources, including:
We are committed to water conservation and have implemented a number of programs to help our customers reduce their water use. These programs include:
Conserving water has many benefits, including:
Water is essential for life. We use water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and watering our lawns. Water is also used to generate electricity, manufacture products, and transport goods.
Water scarcity is a global problem that is only going to get worse in the future. As the population grows and the climate changes, the demand for water is increasing while the supply is decreasing. This is leading to water shortages in many parts of the world.
Water shortages can have a devastating impact on people and the environment. Water shortages can lead to:
There are a number of things we can do to address water scarcity, including:
Tip | Estimated Water Savings |
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Fix leaky faucets | 10-20 gallons per day |
Take shorter showers | 5-10 gallons per shower |
Water your lawn less often | 10-20 gallons per square foot of lawn per year |
Use a low-flow toilet | 2-4 gallons per flush |
Wash full loads of laundry | 15-20 gallons per load |
Tip | Estimated Water Savings |
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Install water-efficient fixtures and appliances | 10-30% |
Implement a water conservation plan | 5-15% |
Train employees on water conservation | 5-10% |
Conduct water audits | 5-10% |
Use recycled water | 10-30% |
Benefit | Explanation |
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Lower water bills | Conserving water can save you money on your water bill. |
Reduced environmental impact | Conserving water helps to protect our environment by reducing the amount of water that is used and disposed of. |
Increased water security | Conserving water helps to ensure that we have enough water for future generations. |
Improved health | Conserving water can help to improve our health by reducing the risk of waterborne diseases. |
Enhanced quality of life | Conserving water can help to improve our quality of life by making our communities more sustainable and resilient. |
Water is a precious resource that we all need to protect. By conserving water, we can help to ensure that we have enough water for today and for future generations.
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