Maricopa County is not exempt from the American southwest’s importance for responsible water management. According to the United States Green Building Council, buildings use 12% of all potable water with most going to landscaping. With more than 13,000 employees and 177 buildings, Maricopa County is leveraging its assets and activities to make great strides in water usage reduction. The Maricopa County Green Government Program has identified specific measures to reduce potable water consumption.

Did You Know?
When the Maricopa County Flood Control District re-vegetates areas they use plants grown with a “ tall pot” process reducing the need for ancillary irrigation once planted.