Water
Footprint Focus Area
![...Climate change is perhaps the greatest challenge we will face in this century, partly because it will affect our water supply, our most precious natural resource, said Forest Service Chief Abigail R. Kimbell.](local-resources/images/susops-waterfall.jpg)
Reduce water consumption in our buildings, grounds and related facilities.
Policy
Letters From Leadership
September 2007
- 9/17/07 USDA Implementing Executive Order 13423 Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management [PDF, 3 pages]
Performance Criteria
Tools
- Water Conservation Habits - Can't Live Without It! [RTF]
- 100+ Best Management Practices - Defining What a Green Park Looks Like - National Park Service [PDF, 12 pages, 1.14 MB]
- ARS Water Use Survey [RTF]
- Green and Getting Greener: Tips and Resources [PDF]
Partnerships
Briefing Papers
Presentations
- Sustainable Operations - Our Environmental Footprint & The Climate Change Connection - Anna J. Jones-Crabtree P.E.; Ph.D.; LEED AP; Sustainable Operations Coordinator; Rocky Mountain & Northern Regions US Forest Service [PDF, 58 pages, 2.12 MB]
Glossary
FAQ's
Contacts
Last Modified: 08/19/2008