Water Conservation
We have a variety of materials, resources and programs related to water conservation. With thanks to our statewide network of professional educators, trained volunteers, research partners and community collaborators, our resources are specifically curated to meet the needs of water across the state.
Related Departments: Soil and Crop Sciences, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Animal Science, Ecology and Conservation Biology, Horticultural Sciences, Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences
Rainwater Harvesting
This program educates the public about rainwater harvesting and other water-related issues so that we can have a sustainable water supply for generations to come.
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Water Conservation
Programs
Texas Water Resources Institute
We provide science-based, community-supported solutions for the state’s pressing water quantity and quality challenges through internal expertise and external collaborations.
All Resources on Water Conservation
- Program
This program provides expertise and resources related to topics including sportfish management, aquaculture, fish species and production, ponds, aeration, water quality, aquaponics and aquatic vegetation.
- Program
The Texas Master Naturalist program works to develop volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources.
- Tools and Apps
This app invites users to create a profile and receive weekly customized yard/grass water recommendations that tell them how long to run their irrigation systems.
- Program
This program provides information around urban ecological issues including stormwater management, green infrastructure, stream restoration, and urban water conservation.
- Program
This program educates the public about rainwater harvesting and other water-related issues so that we can have a sustainable water supply for generations to come.
- Program
The OWCAP is a multidisciplinary research and outreach project focused to address issues with groundwater declines and long-term agricultural sustainability in the High Plains region.
- Tools and Apps
A spreadsheet program that performs monthly water balance to see if application rate will exceed available soil moisture storage of a site planted in grass.
- Research Institute or Center
Texas Water Resources Institute provides science-based, community-supported solutions for the state’s pressing water quantity and quality challenges through internal expertise and external collaborations.
