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Gallons per minute (GPM) references the amount of water used by a flow fixture in a measured amount of time (one minute).

Space Reconfiguration and Renovation Projects

As needs change over time, tenants often need to convert space or phase the conversion of individual space or rooms to meet these changing needs.
Building Systems Upgrades

The following are Sustainable Strategies to consider as your space undergoes a building system upgrade to improve energy, water use and occupant comfort. Refer to the Share Section for a representative project Case Study to discover key practices, benefits, results and checklists.

Conventional Shower

Conventional showerheads use 2.5 gallons of water per minute GPM.
Low-Flow Shower

Low-flow showerheads use less than 2.5 gallons of water per minute GPM. Look for dual-flow shower controls that allow the user to reduce and restore the water flow during times of soaping and rinsing while maintaining the same temperature of the water.
Low-flow Faucet

Low-flow faucets are those that use less than 2.2 gallons of water per minute GPM. Most faucet manufacturers make low-flow faucets and/or aerators that restrict the flow of water. Low-flow faucets within kitchens or breakrooms are typically manual faucets.
Low-Flow

Low-flow faucets use aerators to restrict the flow of water to less than 2.2 gallons of water per minute GPM. Most manufactures make low-flow aerators for both manual and metering faucets.