Water efficiency in Calgary - Save water and money
Increasing water efficiency today not only helps ensure future generations have the water they need, but it also saves you money on your water bill.
Below, you can find water savings tips for your home, your yard and garden, and your business or organization.
These resources can help you lower your utility costs while helping us protect our rivers and keep them healthy.
We also have a library of tips and tools for creating a water efficient home in our Homeowner Water Guide.
Calgary's Water Efficiency Plan
The City of Calgary’s updated Water Efficiency Plan builds on nearly two decades of progress to ensure safe, reliable drinking water for our growing city.
The Plan focuses on managing water demand, maximizing the efficient use of our water supply and infrastructure and reducing overall water use over the long term. This approach helps Calgary grow responsibly while protecting our rivers and delaying the need for costly new infrastructure.
To learn more about Calgary’s updated Water Efficiency Plan and how Calgarians can help use water efficiently, visit calgary.ca/waterefficiency.
Saving water in your home
In Calgary, the average person uses about 7 cubic metres (m3) or 7,000 litres of water per month.
Learn more about where your water use goes: from your toilets and faucets to your dishwasher and washing machine.
We also offer tips and actions to save water and money in your bathroom, kitchen and laundry.
Visit Saving Water in Your Home.
Save water in your yard and garden
Create a beautiful, productive yard while reducing your watering and weeding needs.
Save water in your business
Practicing water efficiency makes good business cents.
By reducing your water use, you can save energy, save money and demonstrate your commitment to the environment.
Lower your water use and energy costs with our indoor and outdoor water saving tips. guides and resources.
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