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! Meet Professor Toilet!
What is Fix a Leak Week? Leaks account for approximately 1
trillion gallons of water wasted in the United States each year.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense®
program promotes its annual Fix a Leak Week in March as part of
its efforts to encourage Americans to use water efficiently. The
average home can waste 11,000 gallons of water per year—more
than enough to fill a backyard swimming pool. By finding and
fixing running toilets, leaky faucets, and dripping showerheads,
a family can save as much as 10 percent on its utility bills and
save water for future generations. The Facts About Leaks - The
average household's leaks can account for more than 10,000
gallons of water wasted every year, or enough water to wash
nearly 10 months’ worth of la