Featured Water Lesson! Water Efficient TechnologiesBy exploring
an interactive website, students learn about the technology of
how familiar fixtures work and compare them with their
inefficient counterparts. Check it out! Sunset Cliffs Residence
Landscape RedesignSan Diego, California Like many American
homes, this residence overlooking the Pacific Ocean featured an
irrigated turf-grass lawn. Southern California is part of the
southwest desert region (based on annual rainfall) but due to
its close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, it has a Mediterranean
climate. San Diego imports approximately 80% of its water supply
from faraway sources, which is an expensive and energy-intensive
process. Landscape irrigation accounts for approximately 63% of
the water used at a typical Southern California residence. In
re-designing the landscape, the new owners used native plant
species to save water. As always, green design will account for
regional and climatic factors. The new landscape design shows an
awareness of the reg