Every Californian is sick of reading about water conservation. Unfortunately, it's still a huge problem.
According to the United States Drought Monitor, 37 million people are currently affected by severe drought in California as the state and local government scramble to implement new water conservation regulations.
But when crisis strikes, shouldn’t technology be at the forefront of finding a solution? Recent reports show the population’s water consumption is down by more than 25% in most areas, but there is still more Angelenos can do. Here are four apps that can help you keep an eye on your water usage:
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When EveryDrop was released in 2014, there were high hopes for people’s engagement with water-saving tech. By allowing users to report and view the water waste around the city, educate themselves about water conservation, and receive conservative alerts, the app allows Angelenos to be more engaged with the fight against water waste on a local level.
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Earlier this year, Californians were infuriated when reports came out about a huge water-wasting culprit — almonds. Understanding how much water is consumed and polluted in the making of products you buy is an important insight. Virtual Water helps you easily check the ecological impact of various foods.
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Despite personal efforts to conserve, your household can still be guzzling water right under your nose. DropCountr connects you with your utilities to understand your daily water usage in real time. This can help you save both water and cash.
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When those rare rain storms do come around, it's important to make sure every sprinkler system is turned off. But have you ever wondered how much water you can collect from a typical rain shower? Rain Harvest helps you calculate the amount of rain you could collect from your roof or backyard to use for gardening.
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