In the next few years, householders and businesses could see more products on the market with water efficiency labelling that will help them choose products that save more water.

More manufacturers will also be able to promote the water efficiency of their products thanks to a planned expansion of the highly successful Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme.

Annual nominations for new products that could be regulated and labelled under the scheme can be made through the department’s website until 15 March 2024.

The scheme currently regulates the water efficiency labelling for taps, showers, flow controllers, toilets, urinals, washing machines and dishwashers offered for sale in Australia.

New product categories can be nominated that are designed for commercial settings, such as in the hospitality industry, or residential settings.

Increasing the range of products under the scheme will allow consumers to be able to choose more water efficient products and help to save more water and money, right across Australia.

Visit the WELS website for more information on the nomination process atwaterrating.gov.au/register/new-product-category-nomination