Calif. Lags in Water-Efficient Plumbing

Aaron J. AbeytiaAaron Abeytia

Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…

 

 

 


 

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FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Water use is on the decline in drought-stricken California, but the majority of homeowners and businesses have been slow to adopt water-efficient plumbing.

According to survey by Plumbing Manufacturers International, only 21% of California bathroom faucets meet the federal WaterSense standard of 1.5 gallons per minute. Fewer than 24% of showerheads meet the 2 gallon per minute standard.

Across the nation, Texas has the highest WaterSense showerhead installation rate, while Arkansas, has the highest bathroom faucet installation rate.


 

 

 

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