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Notification of Intent to Develop a Specification for Pre-Rinse Spray Valves
Published July 2009

On July 10, 2009, WaterSense issued a Notification of Intent (NOI) to develop specifications for pre-rinse spray valves to improve water and energy efficiency. EPA has identified its approach to developing the draft specification, outlined efficiency and performance criteria, and the technical issues that still need to be resolved related to these products. Please visit the Pre-Rinse Spray Valves page for more information.

July is Smart Irrigation Month
Published June 2009

Did you know that more than 50 percent of water used to irrigate lawns and gardens is wasted? Visit the WaterSense Web page on Smart Irrigation Month for conservation tips and to see what other WaterSense partners are doing. The Irrigation Association also has information and resources for their Smart Irrigation Month campaign.

Revised Draft Water-Efficient Single-Family New Home Specification Announced
Published May 2009

On May 8, 2009, WaterSense released the revised draft specification for water-efficient single-family new homes. The revised draft specification will be open for review and comment through July 7, 2009. Please review the Revised Draft Water-Efficient Single Family New Home Specification page for more information.

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