Resource Library

Welcome to the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) Resource Library. AWE strives to provide the best online resources on water conservation and efficiency.

Search or browse through our collection and discover the wealth of useful information. Enter keyword(s) in the search box or select a library section or topic below.

Definitions. Looking for a quick definition of a water- or conservation-related term or concept? The glossary has an extensive list of the most commonly used terms.

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The Resource Library is still in development. New resources are being added. Check back often. Feel free to let us know what is missing, what needs to be corrected or updated, and what you would like to see. Help us to improve the best water efficiency resource on the web. Please contact us with your suggestions. Thank you!

Alternate Water Sources

Commercial, Industrial, Institutional

Communication and Education

Drought

Fixtures, Appliances, and Equipment

Green Building

Landscape, Irrigation, and Outdoor Water Use

Metering and Submetering

Residential (Including Multi-family)

Utility Water Loss Control

Water and Energy

Water and Land Use Planning

Water Conservation Programs, Planning, and Evaluation

Water Rates

Water Resources

Latest News

Statement of Ron Burke, President and CEO, Alliance for Water Efficiency Concerning the Passage of Legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives Critical of Water and Energy Efficiency Standards
July 16, 2024
In May and July of 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed bills (H.R.6192 and H.R. 7700) that threaten to block or weaken federal water and energy efficiency product standards. The Alliance for Water Efficiency opposes these bills, which are inconsistent with more than 35 years of... more »
AWE Welcomes New Research Assistant
July 9, 2024
Introducing Fiona Reyes
Water Efficiency Watch - July 2024
July 8, 2024
The 2024 Q2 Newsletter
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