Plain English Breakdown
The official text references deadlines in 2021 and 2022 that have already passed, but does not state if these standards are currently active or when this new designation will be implemented.
Creating a 'Water Wise' Designation for Businesses
This law adds a statewide "water wise" designation to the Save Our Water Campaign for businesses that meet or exceed water use best management practices.
What This Bill Does
- Requires the Department of Water Resources and the Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications to add a "water wise" designation to the Save Our Water Campaign.
- Awards this designation to commercial, industrial, and institutional businesses that meet or exceed recommendations for water use best management practices.
Who It Names or Affects
- Businesses in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors
- The Department of Water Resources
- The Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications
Terms To Know
- CII water use
- Water used by commercial businesses, industrial facilities, and institutions.
- Best management practices
- Recommended methods for using water efficiently as defined in existing performance measures.
Limits and Unknowns
- The official text does not specify when the designation program will begin.
- The bill does not list specific rewards or penalties tied to receiving the label.