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Which States Are The Most Drought Resilient?

A new report by Healthy Green Spaces Coalition estimated each U.S. state’s drought resilience. The data shows how vulnerable states are to droughts based on their residential and total water usage (including agricultural). The ranking is…
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What Motivates People to Change Their Irrigation Behaviors to Reduce Water Waste?

Editorial Director: Steve Whitesell Author: Kevin Rowe Americans are rethinking their yards. Faced with droughts, high water bills, and shifting social norms, many are trading turf for climate-smart landscapes that use less water and maintenance.…

Data Show Two-Thirds of Turf Rebate Savings Come from Irrigation Updates

Executive Editor: Steve Whitesell Expert Reviewer: Dr. Kelly Kopp Across the Western U.S., utilities are spending millions paying homeowners to replace lawns with xeriscapes and adapted plant materials. The visual impact is striking —…
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Irrigation Waste Report: 30-60% of Water Wasted from Poor Maintenance

Editorial Director: Steve Whitesell Expert Author: Dr. Kelly Kopp You don’t need new tech or turf removal to save water—just fix what’s already there. Studies show that 30–60% of irrigation water is wasted due to leaks, misaligned…