AWWA ACE70679

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of California AB 32: the goal of the California's Energy Action Plan is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 20% by the year 2020; reductions in per capita water use will help meet the goal of the Governor's 20% by 2020 plan, through the reduction in energy for treatment and distribution; and, California Public Utilities Commission - water efficiency pilot projects to quantify energy savings. Topics covered include the following: California's broken system for water delivery; California tests desalination of seawater; resources for rebates, saving water in your home and garden; conceptual sustainable water model; effective utility management 10 attributes; examples of utilities going beyond the life boat; Water Forum Agreement; cost effectiveness of water conservation; and, sustainability as an organizational management approach. Includes figures.