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July is Smart Irrigation Month, and the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) is encouraging residents and businesses to adopt water-efficient irrigation practices that help conserve water, reduce utility costs, and support the long-term sustainability of the county\u2019s water resources.<\/p>\n
Outdoor irrigation accounts for a significant portion of residential water use. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American household uses approximately 30 percent of its water outdoors, with that figure reaching as high as 70 percent in some regions. Experts estimate that as much as half of the water used for landscape irrigation is lost due to evaporation, wind, or overwatering.<\/p>\n
\u201cConservation remains one of the most effective ways we can protect our water resources,\u201d said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. \u201cBy making small adjustments to how and when we irrigate our landscapes and by avoiding the use of fertilizers during rainy season, residents can help protect Biscayne Bay while helping to reduce water waste and supporting a more sustainable future for our community.\u201d<\/p>\n
To promote efficient outdoor water use, the county offers free irrigation evaluations through its Landscape Irrigation Rebate Program. The evaluations provide recommendations to improve irrigation system efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce water consumption. WASD offers qualified single-family homeowners rebates of up to $500 annually for up to five years after implementing recommended improvements, while eligible large-property owners, including homeowner associations, hotels, and commercial properties, may receive rebates of up to $2,850 per property.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn 2025 alone, customers participating in our conservation rebate programs helped save more than 116,000 gallons of water per day,\u201d said WASD director Jay J. Fink, PE. \u201cThese results demonstrate the impact that residents and businesses can have when they take advantage of available conservation programs and make water efficiency a priority.\u201d<\/p>\n
As part of its Comprehensive Conservation Program, WASD also encourages residents to follow Miami-Dade County\u2019s landscape irrigation schedule and take advantage of indoor conservation programs, including rebates for high-efficiency toilets and showerheads.<\/p>\n
Residents interested in learning more about water conservation can participate in upcoming virtual workshops focused on rainwater harvesting and other sustainable water-use practices. Participants who complete a workshop, purchase a qualifying rain barrel, and meet program requirements may be eligible for a rebate through WASD\u2019s Rain Barrel Rebate Program.<\/p>\n
WASD\u2019s conservation program
The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department\u2019s Comprehensive Conservation Program includes a variety of initiatives designed to promote water efficiency among residents, businesses, and visitors. Established in 2007, the program features indoor and outdoor rebate initiatives, a free showerhead exchange program, leak detection tools, legislative efforts, and ongoing education and outreach.<\/p>\n
Based on these efforts and other department initiatives, water demand has declined \u2014 even as the population has increased \u2014 by approximately nine million gallons per day over the past 18 years. During that time, average per capita water use has reduced by 14 gallons per day, decreasing from 153 to 139 gallons per day.<\/p>\n
The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department remains committed to providing high-quality, reliable water and wastewater services while promoting responsible water use throughout the community.<\/p>\n
For more information about WASD\u2019s conservation programs and available rebates, please visit the WASD website at https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/global\/water\/home.page<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n ABOUT US:<\/p>\n For more Miami community news, look no further than Miami Community Newspapers. This Miami online group of newspapers covers a variety of topics about the local community and beyond. Miami\u2019s Community Newspapers offers daily news, online resources, podcasts and other multimedia content to keep readers informed. With topics ranging from local news to community events, Miami\u2019s Community Newspapers is the ideal source for staying up to date with the latest news and happenings in the area.<\/p>\n This family-owned media company publishes more than a dozen neighborhood publications, magazines, special sections on their websites, newsletters, as well as distributing them in print throughout Miami Dade County from Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, South Miami, Kendall, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay and Homestead. Each online publication and print editions provide comprehensive coverage of local news, events, business updates, lifestyle features, and local initiatives within its respective community.<\/p>\n Additionally, the newspaper has exclusive Miami community podcasts, providing listeners with an in-depth look into Miami\u2019s culture. Whether you\u2019re looking for local Miami news, or podcasts, Miami\u2019s Community Newspapers has you covered. For more information, be sure to check out: https:\/\/communitynewspapers.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you have any questions, feel free to email Michael@communitynewspapers.com<\/a> or Grant@communitynewspapers.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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