Conservation

EPA to Maintain WaterSense Program Specifications

BREAKING: EPA’s water rules overturned by Senate

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced yesterday that the agency will not make updates or changes to the WaterSense program specifications as directed by America’s Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA) of 2018. “Today’s action is yet another example of the Trump Administration following through on its promise to uphold consumer …

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CDFW Awards $37 Million for Ecosystem and Watershed Restoration, Protection and Scientific Study Projects

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) recently announced the selection of 40 multi-benefit ecosystem restoration and protection projects to receive funding under its Proposition 1 and Proposition 68 grant programs. The awards, totaling $37 million, were made under CDFW’s 2020 Proposition 1 and Proposition 68 Grant Opportunities Proposal …

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IEUA and The City of Chino Cancel Annual Earth Day Celebration

Since 2008, Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/ Agency) and the City of Chino have hosted an annual two-day Earth Day event for students and the community to learn about water conservation and environmental stewardship through activities and demonstrations. On March 12, 2020, Governor Newsom issued an Executive Order in response …

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District Offers Rebates to Customers for Fixing Leaks

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) has announced they will be offering rebates of up to $75 to customers who repair leaks during the month of March. The special month-long rebate is in celebration of the national Fix a Leak Week, which serves as an annual reminder to check household plumbing fixtures and …

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