Case Study: County of San Diego achieves 28% potable water savings with Gordian's Job Order Contracting

San Diego County Animal Shelter Landscaping Updates

The County of San Diego faced an urgent challenge when a state-wide drought emergency demanded an immediate 25% reduction in water usage. In response, the county identified its animal shelter as a site with inefficient landscaping that was wasting significant water and required a rapid solution. They utilized the Gordian Job Order Contracting solution to enable a fast and flexible project response.

Gordian’s solution facilitated a swift partnership with contractor ABC Construction Company to execute the water-saving upgrades. The project included replacing sprinklers, installing drought-tolerant plants and synthetic turf, and retrofitting faucets. These changes resulted in a 35% decrease in water usage at the shelter and contributed to a county-wide potable water savings of 28%, all while improving the facility's aesthetic appeal.

County of San Diego