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WATER CONSERVATION & RESILIENCE
Making every drop count as we rebuild.
Water has always shaped life in Southern California. As Pacific Palisades rebuilds, we have an opportunity to rethink how our homes and landscapes capture, reuse and conserve this limited resource.
Resilient Palisades’ Water Sages team helps our community explore practical ways to reduce water use, capture rainwater, reuse greywater and create landscapes better adapted to our climate.
RAINWATER HARVESTING
Rainwater harvesting captures water from roofs and other surfaces so it can be stored or directed into the landscape instead of immediately flowing into storm drains.
For homeowners rebuilding now, thinking about rainwater capture during the design process can make it much easier to incorporate cisterns, rain barrels, infiltration areas and water-wise landscaping into the finished property.
Keep the water that falls on your property.
GREYWATER
Use water more than once.
Greywater systems can reuse water from sources such as showers, bathtubs and laundry for landscape irrigation instead of sending that water directly into the sewer.
If you are rebuilding, this is another system worth considering early, while plumbing and landscape plans are still being developed.
WATER-WISE LANDSCAPES
Build a landscape for the climate we actually live in.
Native and climate-appropriate plants can reduce irrigation needs while supporting local habitat and creating healthier, more resilient landscapes.
Water Resources
Explore tools, rebates and trusted resources to help conserve water, detect leaks, capture and reuse rainwater, and create beautiful, water-wise landscapes.
Monitor Your Water Use
Flume Smart Water Monitor
Track household water use in real time, detect leaks and better understand where your water is going.
LADWP single-family customers can currently purchase a Flume monitor for $24 after discount and installation refund, plus shipping and tax.
Learn More: https://www.ladwp.com/residential-services/programs-and-rebates-residential/flume-smart-water-monitor
Rainwater Harvesting & Water Reuse
TreePeople
Learn how to capture rainwater, improve infiltration and create more water-resilient landscapes.
https://treepeople.org
Greywater Corps
Los Angeles-based greywater design, installation and education.
https://www.greywatercorps.com
LADWP Water Conservation Rebates
Explore current rebates for rain barrels, cisterns and other water-saving improvements.
EPA Rain Barrel Guide
Learn how rain barrels capture roof runoff for later landscape use and reduce the amount of stormwater leaving your property.
https://www.epa.gov/soakuptherain/soak-rain-rain-barrels
Native & Water-Wise Landscapes
Calscape | California Native Plant Society
Search California native plants by location and find plants suited to your landscape.
California Botanic Garden
Explore California native plants, horticulture, conservation and educational resources.
Theodore Payne Foundation
Native plant nursery, classes, garden tours and resources for creating California native landscapes.
Surfrider Ocean Friendly Gardens
Learn how landscapes can conserve water, reduce runoff and support healthy watersheds.
https://www.surfrider.org/programs/ocean-friendly-gardens
G3 Green Gardens Group
Resources and guidance for creating regenerative, water-wise landscapes.
https://www.greengardensgroup.com
Homegrown National Park
Learn how planting native species at home can help restore habitat and biodiversity.
https://homegrownnationalpark.org
Planting California Natives | CNPS
Practical guidance for preparing your site and successfully planting California native plants.
https://www.cnps.org/gardening/prepping-and-planting/planting-california-natives
Rebates & Water Conservation
LADWP Turf Replacement Rebate
LADWP residential customers can currently receive $5 per square foot, up to 5,000 square feet, to replace existing lawn with a sustainable, low-water landscape. Program requirements apply and pre-approval is required.
https://www.ladwp.com/who-we-are/water-system/water-conservation/turf-replacement-rebate
LADWP Water Conservation Rebates
Find current rebates for water-saving devices and landscape improvements, including rain barrels, cisterns, irrigation equipment and turf replacement.
EPA WaterSense
Learn about WaterSense-labeled irrigation controllers and other water-efficient products.
https://www.epa.gov/watersense
Home Water Works
Calculate your household water use and find practical ways to reduce it.
Water Footprint Calculator
Estimate your household water footprint, including water used both directly and through everyday products and choices.