Tools for monitoring and saving water

As we reported previously, golf courses have reduced their water use significantly since 2005. This was accomplished through a variety of strategies including reduced turf acreage and increased use of recycled irrigation water. Despite this impressive progress, some golf courses are continuing in their efforts to conserve water. An important tool in this process is an understanding of how your annual water use compares to the water use estimated for your location.

This easy to use water budget spreadsheet uses…