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Group says Texans prefer conservation over construction
AUSTIN (AP) - Texans would rather conserve water than build the new dams and reservoirs called for in the statewide water plan drafted to meet water needs over the next 50 years, an environmental group said Thursday.
According to a poll released by the National Wildlife Federation, 54 percent of Texas voters said they would support conservation measures, including installation of low flow toilets and shower heads, over new construction.
The poll conducted by the Tarrance Group surveyed 800 registered voters from April 28-May 2 with a margin of error of plus or minus 3.5 percentage points.
According to the poll, 93 percent of Texans say it is important to adequately protect rivers, bays and wildlife when planning for future water needs. The survey also found that 76 percent favor limiting the amount of water that could be pumped from underground aquifers.
"Texans overwhelmingly want us to focus first on meeting our water needs through conservation," said Susan Kaderka, director of the group's Austin office.
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