St. Pete Residents Encouraged to Maximize Water Use Efficiency in Celebration of Earth Day

St. Pete Residents Encouraged to Maximize Water Use Efficiency in Celebration of Earth Day April marks a time to reflect on how we care for our environment, and with Earth Day approaching, the City of St. Petersburg is encouraging residents, businesses, and visitors to conserve water by improving irrigation efficiency. This month and year-round, everyone can play a role in protecting our natural resources and preserving the environment. The need for mindfulness is especially acute now, given the current drought conditions. Here are simple ways to improve water conservation efforts: Attend a Free Water Efficiency Workshop The City of St. Petersburg offers free webinars year-round focused on water-efficient practices. Learn about topics such as optimizing sprinkler systems, Florida-friendly landscaping, and drought-tolerant plants. Upcoming webinars and registration details can be found at www.stpete.org/WaterWorkshops. Get a Free Sprinkler System Check-up St. Pete utility customers are eligible for a free sprinkler system evaluation through the City’s Sensible Sprinkling Program. A local expert will assess your system's efficiency, install a rain sensor, and provide recommendations to help reduce unnecessary water waste. More details and an application are available at www.stpete.org/WaterPrograms. Take Advantage of Irrigation Efficiency Rebates St. Pete residents and businesses can access rebates for installing water-efficient irrigation system components, smart irrigation controllers, and other water-saving devices through the Tampa Bay Water Wise program. Visit www.tampabaywaterwise.org/StPetersburg and www.stpete.org/WaterPrograms for more information. Follow All Irrigation Restrictions Did you know that there are mandatory, once-a-week watering restrictions due to the current drought? Efficient irrigation starts with following watering schedules. Be sure to follow St. Petersburg’s watering restrictions to avoid overwatering. Learn your watering day and schedule and more at www.stpete.org/WaterRestrictions. Subscribe to the Water Wise eSplash Newsletter Stay informed year-round with water-saving tips, irrigation efficiency resources, and program updates by subscribing to the City’s Water Wise eSplash e-newsletter at www.stpete.org/eNewsletters. The City of St. Petersburg offers irrigation rebates, workshops, resources, and everyday tips throughout the year to help residents and businesses save water and money. Visit www.stpete.org/WaterConservation for more information on year-round programs.