CONSERVATION TIPS

Publications

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BWS produces or sponsors a number of publications and other materials designed to help the public better understand our island's fresh water system and how they can help to conserve and protect it for future generations. Adobe Reader is needed to view these documents.

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Water Conservation Publications

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• Conservation Tips:
  • 7 Easy Ways to Save Water
  • 32 Ways to Save Water from the Watershed to Your Home
  • Hawaiʻi Backyard Conservation
  • How to Xeriscape on Oʻahu
  • Your Water, Conservation & the Board of Water Supply (09/2022) 
• Leak Detection Tips:
  • How to Check for Leaks
  • How to Install or Replace a Toilet Flapper
• Oʻahu's Watersheds:
  • BWS Watershed Studies: Biocontrol of Strawberry Guava (Mākaha Valley, Oʻahu)
  • BWS Watershed Studies: Canopy Interception Study Poster (Ko‘olau, Oʻahu)
  • BWS Watershed Studies: Canopy Interception Study Poster (Mākaha Valley, Oʻahu)
  • BWS Watersheds Studies: Harnessing Rainwater from Stemflow Collars to Aid in Native Forest Restoration Efforts (Wai'anae and Ko‘olau Mountains, Oʻahu)
  • BWS Watershed Studies: Prioritization Recommendations Poster
  • Protecting Our Watersheds
  • Water Warriors: Kuleana Eco-Project 
• Rain Barrel Catchment Systems:
  • Rain Barrel Construction Instructions and FAQ
  • Rain Barrel Placement and Maintenance
  • Rain Barrel Dimensions and Setup Examples
• Recycled Water:
  • Recycled Water: Frequently Asked Questions
  • Recycled Water: Using Water Wisely
• Water Conservation Tip Sheets:
  • Car Wash: Save Money by Conserving Water
  • Water Conservation for Commercial Buildings
  • Water Conservation for Golf Courses
  • Water Conservation for Hotels
  • Water Conservation for Schools and Public Buildings
  • Water Conservation in Condos and Apartment Buildings
  • Water Conservation Tips for Hotel Guests
• Water for Life:
  • Water for Life: Ka Wai Ola Coloring Book
  • Water for Life: The History and Future of Water on Oʻahu

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Related Water Conservation Links

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• Emergency Preparedness
• Landscape Irrigation Best Practices
• Leak Detection
• Water Conservation for Restaurants

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Updated: 11/11/2025

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