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Get ready to conserve water and save money as we celebrate Smart Irrigation Month on July 1! This annual event was created by the Irrigation Association in 2005 to raise awareness about the importance of using efficient irrigation techniques for landscapes. Did you know that up to 70% of residential water usage is spent on outdoor irrigation? By implementing smart irrigation practices, such as using weather-based controllers and drip irrigation, we can reduce our water usage and save money on utility bills. So let's come together and make a positive impact on our environment this Smart Irrigation Month!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Irrigation Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The practice of irrigation began to be significantly used in agriculture during the 1800s, improving crop yield and promoting farming efficiency.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1933</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Subsurface Irrigation Devised</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first subsurface drip irrigation system was developed, marking an important milestone in the journey towards more efficient water use in irrigation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1959</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sprinkler Systems Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Home automatic sprinkler systems were introduced to the residential markets, heralding a change in domestic garden watering.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Smart Controllers Emergence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Smart irrigation controllers, which automatically adjust watering schedules based on the weather, began to gain popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Smart Irrigation Month Initiation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Irrigation Association initiates Smart Irrigation Month to promote the social, economic and environmental benefits of efficient irrigation technologies, products and services.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Technology Advances</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advancement of technology, smart irrigation systems became more effective and accessible, allowing for better management of water resources.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Upgrade your sprinkler system</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take advantage of Smart Irrigation Month by upgrading to a smart sprinkler system. These systems use advanced technology to optimize water usage and save you money on your water bill.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a garden party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for a garden party and show off your beautiful, water-efficient garden. Use this as an opportunity to educate others about the importance of smart irrigation and how they can implement it in their own gardens.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a workshop or seminar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check with your local gardening center or water conservation organization for any workshops or seminars being held during Smart Irrigation Month. You can learn valuable tips and tricks for optimizing your irrigation system and reducing water waste.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Implement drought-resistant landscaping</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Smart Irrigation Month by redesigning your landscape with plants that are native to your area and require less water. This will not only save you money on water usage, but also support the local ecosystem.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread the word on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to raise awareness about Smart Irrigation Month and the importance of efficient water usage. Share tips and facts about smart irrigation and encourage your friends and followers to do the same.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Conserves Water</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Smart irrigation systems use technology to optimize water usage, reducing waste and saving thousands of gallons each year. This not only helps with drought conditions, but also saves homeowners money on their water bills.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Sustainable Landscaping Practices</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By promoting the use of smart irrigation systems, Smart Irrigation Month encourages sustainable landscaping practices that benefit both the environment and homeowners. These practices include using native plants, xeriscaping, and proper lawn maintenance techniques.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Educates the Public</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Smart Irrigation Month is an opportunity to educate the public about the importance of responsible water usage in maintaining a healthy and beautiful landscape. It also raises awareness about different types of smart irrigation systems available and how they can be implemented for maximum efficiency.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Smart Sensors Adjust to Changing Conditions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Instead of following preset schedules, smart irrigation systems use sensors to adjust watering based on actual conditions such as soil moisture, rainfall, and evaporation, making them highly adaptable.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Smart Irrigation Reduces Runoff Pollution</h3><p class='facts-content'>By applying water in precise amounts, smart irrigation systems reduce the potential for water runoff that can carry fertilizers and other chemicals into local water sources, minimizing environmental pollution.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Drip Irrigation Targets Water Delivery</h3><p class='facts-content'>A type of smart irrigation system known as drip irrigation delivers water directly to plant roots, ensuring plants get exactly the amount of water they need without wastage.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Smart Irrigation Can Be Monitored Remotely</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several modern smart irrigation systems allow remote monitoring through smartphone apps, giving people the flexibility and control to adjust their irrigation system from anywhere at any time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Smart Irrigation Systems Improve Plant Health</h3><p class='facts-content'>By ensuring appropriate watering, smart irrigation systems help maintain ideal soil moisture levels, leading to healthier plants with stronger roots and improved resistance to pests and disease.</p></div></div>
Smart Irrigation Month is celebrated on July 1 every year. In 2024 Smart Irrigation Month will occur on a Monday.
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