One Texas community is using a grassroots campaign to conserve water. And township leaders are confident the efforts will successfully preserve limited freshwater resources.The Woodlands, a special purpose tax district with a population of 100,000, has implemented the Water-Wise Village Challenge, encouraging residents to turn off their sprinkler systems and cut down on water use on lawns and gardens until April 15. It’s an effort the region — located 30 miles north of Houston — is hoping will catch on to help stem a long-term issue, water conservation.Although the area is not at perilously low water levels now, the Houston
In Texas, Brown is the New Green
In this community, “keeping up with the Joneses,” doesn’t mean lush grass and perfectly manicured lawns. Find out how water conversation and a friendly neighborhood challenge are helping area aquifers.
Jan 12, 2015
| by Sharon Verbeten |
