Water is our most precious resource.  It is vitally important that everyone work together to conserve our water supply.  And, of course, saving water saves you money. 

Homeowners can significantly decrease the amount of water used each day by following just a few simple “tips” for water conservation. 

EPA's 1996 Needs Survey reported $139.5 billion in wastewater infrastructure needs based on eligible costs under the CWA. On March 18, 1999, however, EPA released preliminary, revised estimates that indicate $199.6 billion in wastewater needs over 20 years.

Initially, EPA required local governments with POTWs to construct and implement "secondary treatment," which is defined as the best available control technology. This step was costly, but with significant levels of federal grant funding, it resulted in a major nationwide improvement in wastewater treatment and water quality.

Clean water infrastructure is a necessary public health and environmental investment, and a sound economic investment. Construction of wastewater facilities is among the highest generators ofjobs for all infrastructure categories. Each $1 billion in sewer improvements generates over 57,000 direct and indirect jobs.