While the Michigan state government prepares to argue over whether to set the level of Great Lakes water withdrawal that requires a permit at 2 million gallons per day or 5 million gallons per day, this report from Canada shows a very different legislative approach to water.

Recognizing a connection between electricity efficiency and water efficiency, and ever-aware that drought-riddled areas of the United States may set sights on Canadian water, Canada is considering laws requiring toilets and dishwashers to use less water.