UGA reports success in water conservation efforts

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UGA reports success in water conservation efforts

Story Published: Sep 30, 2008 at 5:14 PM EST

Story Updated: Sep 30, 2008 at 5:14 PM EST

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) - The University of Georgia has reduced water
use by nearly 30 percent in the last year after vowing to be a leader in fighting drought.

New data released Tuesday shows the school has saved 90 million
gallons since last fall. The campus convened a task force last October that recommended drastic water-saving measures.

The university replaced toilets, faucets and shower heads with
low-flow fixtures, installed more energy efficient air-conditioning
and captured rainwater for landscaping.

UGA officials say the campus has saved more than $250,000 through conservation.

(Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)

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