Quick References
Conservation
Albemarle County Service Authority is committed to promoting the wise use of water. Water conservation saves not only our shared water resources, but also provides financial savings to our customers.
Why conservation?
With population and industry growth comes a greater thirst for water. Water is a limited resource that can quickly become scarce if we do not take measures to conserve and protect it.
Everyone's Responsibility
Working to protect our precious water supplies is critical. Everyone needs to play a part and do the right thing for our planet.
Protect a Limited Resource
Although we are surrounded by water, most is not drinkable. In fact, only 3% of the world's water is fresh water and of this, 2/3 is stored in ice caps and glaciers. That leaves only 1% of the world's water available for drinking.
Keep Water Clean
To ensure that our water needs will always be met, we must protect our water supplies against the constant threat of pollution. This includes proper disposal of household hazardous waste and pharmaceuticals.
Save Energy
Conserving water helps reduce the energy use for water conveyance, treatment, and storage. Reducing hot water usage saves energy as well.
Save the Environment
Conserving water also saves a precious natural resource,avoids overdraft of reservoirs and groundwater, maintains future water supplies, and leaves more water for wildlife.
Save Money
By conserving, you can save on your water and utility bills, and sewer and septic costs.
Check here regularly for conservation tips as well as offerings such as our toilet rebate, rain barrel rebate and conservation kit programs.
Click here to use the
Water Use Calculator!
This simple home water check-up will allow you to track your household consumption, both indoors and outdoors.
