Tag Archives: conservation

DWR Partners with Communities on Turf Replacement Projects

West Basin offers generous rebate for turf replacement program

A new partnership between the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and Watershed Progressive is offering local communities assistance on turf replacement projects at businesses and institutions that will save water and help combat against future droughts and climate change. DWR’s Turf Replacement Pilot Program provides direct assistance to replace ornamental …

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Zone 7 is Looking for Leak Detectives to Help Stop Water Waste

Zone 7 Water Agency, in partnership with California Water Service, Dublin San Ramon Services District, the City of Livermore and the City of Pleasanton, is excited to announce the Water Wise Wendy Fix-A-Leak Challenge is back for 2025! This fun and educational opportunity encourages residents to find and fix common household leaks that …

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New roadmap will guide Orange County water management

New roadmap will guide Orange County water management

Resilience, adaptive, innovation. That is the theme coming out of a new plan by the Orange County Water District aimed at strengthening the region’s long-term water security. Released last week, Orange County Water District’s Resilience Plan: Adaptive Strategies for Securing Abundant and Reliable Water Supplies, is a strategic guide for …

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Regional project doubles groundwater recharge capacity

Eastern completes new groundwater replenishment facility

San Bernardino Valley, in partnership with Western Water, City of Riverside Public Utilities, and San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation District, marked the completion of the Santa Ana River Enhanced Recharge Phase 1-B Project with a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony last week. The $55 million infrastructure investment made by local water …

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Marin Water increases rebates for lawn replacement program

CVWD partners with Rancho Mirage to offer larger turf rebate

Customers in Marin Water’s service area contemplating replacing their grass may qualify for increased rebates. For a limited time, Marin Water is offering a rebate of up to $4.68 per square foot for replacing grass landscapes. Homeowner reimbursements will be capped at 1,000 square feet, and business owners capped at …

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Chino Hills project expands availability of recycled water

Olivenhain installs recycled water pipeline in Encinitas

Construction has begun on the English Road Recycled Water Line project in Chino Hills, Ca. The expansion of recycled water infrastructure will allow the city to offer a sustainable resource to equestrian properties and high-water consumption areas of the City. This project will install approximately 8,900 linear feet of PVC …

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