Water footprint Site - to understand the total amount of freshwater that is used to produce the goods and services consumed by the individual, business or nation, see the water footprint website.  Briefly, traditional water use statistics show water supply per sector (domestic, agriculture, industrial water use). The approach has always been supply and producer oriented. The water footprint concept has been introduced to have a demand and consumer oriented indicator as well. The ‘water footprint' concept has been introduced by Arjen Hoekstra in 2002 in order to have an indicator of water use in relation to consumption.

Scientific research shows that constructing reservoirs might not be the most economical or efficient way to provide water to growing communities. This paper explains the negative impacts of impoundments/reservoirs and alternatives. Reservoir Paper

Georgia can lead the Southeast in innovative water supply planning by considering water conservation on an equal basis with other management options. This Conservancy report outlines eight conditions of a successful statewide water conservation program. Conservation Program

EPD Water Conservation Website - This site contains detailed information about water conservation planning and policy activities that affect homeowners, as well as agricultural, industrial, commercial, and government water users. There are also great resource links available there to help teachers, students, and citizens understand the importance of water conservation.

How YOU Can Conserve Georgia's Most Precious Resource

• Saving Water in the Kitchen and Laundry
• Saving Water in the Bathroom
• Saving Water Outdoors

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