​​​GOV-WA-01

Develop Water Efficiency Policy

Measure

The County will improve agencywide water efficiency by formally adopting a water reduction target for new and existing buildings.


​​​​​Not Started

The efforts for this measure have not started.  ​​

Implementation

Develop a water efficiency policy that seeks to achieve a 20 percent reduction in potable water usage below 2015 levels for all County buildings by 2030. This may include on-site greywater reuse and/or the use of recycled water.

Timeframe: Short term

GHG Reduction Potential: Not quantified

Sector: Water-Related

​Target Indicator: Adoption of a water efficiency policy and construction of demonstration garden.

​Status of Implementation

This measure is best addressed as part of the adoption of the green building policy referenced in measure GOV-BE-01.  The Department of General Services has completed an administrative draft Green Building Policy which is being peer reviewed by County departments. 

 Updated 12/15/23 ​