March4Water
An observance month to raise awareness about how communities can build resilience to water stress.
Water Solutions for Growing Communities
Communities can’t thrive without reliable, affordable water. March4Water from IAPMO unites World Plumbing Day (March 11) and World Water Day (March 22) to highlight proven water solutions that drive economic growth while protecting public health.
Across America, aging infrastructure, rising costs, and growing demand for water are colliding with limited resources. Water efficiency offers a proven path forward. By right-sizing plumbing systems and implementing water reuse with trained professionals, communities can attract economic development while keeping costs down.
Water Efficiency Drives Affordable Growth
Water efficiency doesn’t just conserve. It creates capacity for growth.
- Water efficiency measures are typically the most affordable way to meet local water needs. (Source: Pacific Institute)
- Right-sizing pipes using the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator® can save up to $190,000 on multi-family projects and $5,000 per single-family home.
- Homes offer the largest water savings potential, from 250-1,500 gallons per dwelling annually through simple fixture upgrades. (Source: Pacific Institute)
Water Reuse Expands Community Water Supply
Communities facing water stress can benefit from onsite non-potable water reuse systems that create reliable additional water supplies while protecting existing drinking water sources.
- Efficiency measures can defer or eliminate the need for costly new infrastructure while reducing the energy required for water treatment. (Source: Pacific Institute)
- Water reuse protects drinking water availability while lowering costs and reducing strain on wastewater treatment infrastructure. (Source: IAPMO)
- IAPMO’s Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand) provides the technical roadmap for onsite water reuse systems)
Skilled Professionals Build Community Water Resilience
A competent workforce to install and maintain modern water systems is essential for community resilience.
- As water technologies advance, communities need skilled professionals who understand both traditional plumbing and emerging solutions. (Source: EPA)
- IAPMO certifies water efficiency professionals and provides training on conservation practices, water auditing, backflow prevention, and WE•Stand standards.
- These professionals help ensure communities can adopt and maintain water solutions that optimize water use in homes and buildings.
March4Water Resource Links
Get Involved – Download Assets & Spread the Message
GO BLUE FOR WORLD PLUMBING DAY
Show your support for the plumbing sector by going blue on March 11! Share photos of your team, office, or community celebrating World Plumbing Day.
- Wear Blue: On March 11, put on a blue shirt, hat, or work gear to celebrate World Plumbing Day.
- Snap a Photo: Take a picture or video of yourself, your team, or your workplace showing off your blue.
- Share on Social Media: Post using #WorldPlumbingDay to help spread the word.
- Tag a Friend: Challenge fellow plumbing professionals and industry partners to join in!
Introduce a Resolution Declaring March4Water Month
Download customizable, ready-to-use proclamation text for use with your own state and local governments.
Send a “Letter to the Editor”
Download “Letter to the editor” text to help inform local communities.