Conserving water is the most important thing we can do to ensure we always have enough. The Texas population is expected to nearly double by 2050¹. We can’t say the same for our water supply.

The only way to prepare for tomorrow is to conserve today. Making efficient use of our existing water supplies is the most economical and environmentally-sound way to provide water for Texas today and tomorrow. Between us, we can make sure there’s always enough.

The Texas Living Waters Project recognizes that we are at a critical point in our state’s water history, and we are committed to helping our state use water efficiently and responsibly.
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Managing and protecting our water resources is one of the most critical issues facing Texas today.

As the state’s population grows, scientists also warn that Texas will likely experience longer and more severe droughts more often in the future. The impact on the state’s already stressed rivers, aquifers and other natural resources could be dramatic. In many river systems, the state has issued more water rights than would be available during dry years, meaning rivers could be pumped dry, while many aquifers are being pumped faster than rainfall can replenish them.

Given this emerging reality, Texas must manage its limited water supplies as efficiently as possible. Using water wisely is the most economical and environmentally sound way to ensure water is available to meet all critical water needs – including water to support healthy Texas rivers and bays.

Saving water saves money

Cities across the country have shown that water conservation is a cost-efficient way to meet increased water demands. Conserving waters reduces costs and postpones – or even eliminates – the need for expensive and environmentally-damaging water supply projects. These real-life examples demonstrate the potential savings: