How Cedar Hills Turned Metering Data Into A Conservation Tool

Utah faces a stark challenge: balancing rapid population growth with an exceptionally arid climate. Because outdoor watering accounts for over 60% of residential water consumption, state leaders are targeting a 17% reduction in outdoor usage by 2030. Achieving this goal requires shifting public mindsets from viewing water as an infinite resource to practicing intentional conservation.

The transition from flat-rate pricing to usage-based billing hinges on data visibility. By integrating advanced metering infrastructure with consumer-facing intelligence platforms, utilities can deliver near real-time, hourly consumption insights directly to residents. This transparency allows homeowners to easily differentiate between indoor and outdoor use, track conservation progress, and receive instant leak alerts. Early implementation shows that when communities see their precise data, they rapidly adjust habits—cutting peak demand and slashing monthly usage by up to 50% without compromising their landscapes.

Discover how modern metering infrastructure and consumer analytics transform raw data into actionable conservation. Read the full case study to explore the strategies driving sustainable, behavior-based water management.