Help Communicate That Every Drop Counts.


During a drought, it is important to spread public awareness of both the state’s water supply levels and and how we can do our part to conserve water.

Drought Outreach Toolkit

NJ is in a Drought Warning

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Did you know that the 2024-2025 Fall/Winter Season was the 2nd driest on record (dating back to 1896)?  

New Jersey remains under drought warning, which means residents should continue using water wisely as drier than normal conditions persist.  

🔗 Learn more about ways you can take action at: njdepwptest.net/drought 

tips to save water

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Save water this spring with 10 simple steps! 💧🌸 

Did you know that the 2024-2025 Fall/Winter Season was the 2nd driest on record (dating back to 1896)!? 

New Jersey remains under drought warning, so it’s important to continue conserving water whenever – and wherever – possible. These easily implemented practices can result in huge benefits for the future of our environment. Remember: our water’s worth it!  

🔗 Learn more about making every drop count at: njdepwptest.net/drought/. 

New Jersey is in a Drought Warning

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As New Jersey remains under drought warning, are you taking steps to help conserve water? 

While mandatory restrictions are not currently in place, residents are strongly encouraged to use water responsibly to help preserve our supply. Proactive conservation efforts now can help prevent more severe conditions later.  

🔗 Learn more at: njdepwptest.net/drought 

Wait to Water

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Let your lawn stay asleep! 🌱 

Postpone grass seeding until the drought warning lifts; planting too soon can waste water and seeds.  

🔗 Visit njdepwptest.net/drought/ for more information on the drought warning in New Jersey. #WaterConservation

A Leaky Faucet Wastes up to 2 Gallons Every Day. That's Money Down the Drain. Fix Leaks, Save Money

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Water is a precious resource and a leaky faucet can waste as much as 2 gallons of water a day.
✔️Fix that faucet!
💧Conserve our water
💵Save some money
Check out https://njdepwptest.net/conserve-water/ for more water conservation tips.
#NewJersey #WaterConservation #Faucet

Small Changes Make a Big Impact in Water Conservation

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Make every drop count! 💧 Take these small actions to have a big impact on water conservation during New Jersey’s drought warning: 

🌱 Avoid over-fertilizing lawns 

🌿 Convert a percentage of your lawn back to nature and plant native plants 

🌧️ Buy/build and install a rain barrel 

🔗 Learn more about making every drop count at: njdepwptest.net/drought/. 

Water Conservation Model Ordinance Template for Municipalities/Purveyors

Model Ordinance Template from Sustainable Jersey 

  • Municipalities/Purveyors typically institute odd/even, every other day watering schedules, which is not recommended as it has been shown to increase water use
  • This ordinance limits water to two days per week
  • This action can count toward a Gold Star in Water through Sustainable Jersey’s certification program.