What is Florida Water Star?
Florida Water Star℠ is a voluntary, statewide certification program that promotes water efficiency in homes, businesses, and communities. It sets standards for indoor fixtures, irrigation systems, and landscape design to help Floridians save water and money while protecting the environment.
Why Certification Matters
By choosing Florida Water Star℠, homeowners, builders, and communities can:
- Conserve Florida’s most precious resource
- Reduce long-term costs
- Align with other green building programs such as ENERGY STAR® and LEED
- Save up to 48,000 gallons of water per year
- Cut utility bills by an average of $530 annually
- Improve property value and sustainability
FWS Certification Levels
- Silver – Meets core efficiency standards
- Gold – Adds advanced features like smart irrigation, native landscaping, and water-quality measures
- Retrofit – For existing homes and buildings making upgrades