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Strategy 9B

Implement strong water conservation measures

Water conservation is critical to a sustainable and plentiful water supply in LA County. Conservation is also our most cost-effective strategy on the path to water self-sufficiency.

A more self-sufficient water system will increase the County’s resilience by reducing wasted water and leaks and reducing reliance on water systems hundreds of miles away that are not directly managed within our
region. A relatively small number of County residents account for most residential overconsumption of water. But many residents could conserve water more effectively, and overconsumption by anyone affects
all of us.

The County will lead water conservation efforts by reducing indoor and outdoor water consumption and adopting measures that lead to lower water demand or increased water reuse and recycling, with consideration
for the diverse needs of water users.

Targets
Countywide

Baseline
Water demand in 2017 was 143 gallons per capita per day. (Metropolitan Water District Consumption Data)

2025
Per capita water demand does not exceed 115 gallons per day

2035
Per capita water demand does not exceed 100 gallons per day

2045
Per capita water demand does not exceed 85 gallons per day

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