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Water Harvesting Campaign
Rainwater Harvesting and Greywater Systems benefit the environment by reducing stormwater runoff and water consumption.
Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater harvesting is an abundant source of local water. A thousand square foot roof can gather over 6,000 gallons of water in an average rainfall year in Los Angeles. You can use your captured rainwater to water your garden, lower your water bills, and for emergency water supplies.
Harvesting rainwater that would otherwise drain off rooftops also reduces the stormwater flowing into local creeks, rivers and ocean, keeping pollutants like pesticides, fertilizers, automotive fluids and pet waste out of regional waterways.
Greywater Systems
Irrigating our gardens accounts for over half of household water use in Los Angeles, and probably more in the Palisades. Greywater systems let you use gently-used water from your showers, bathtubs, sinks, and laundry and re-use it to enhance your garden to reduce the burden on Los Angeles’ over-extended imported water supplies.
Conservation
Water conservation is still our most cost-effective and environmentally friendly water source. Conservation promotes sustainability, reduces environmental impact, saves money, and helps the Palisades and Los Angeles thrive both in years of water abundance and drought.
Resources
Monitoring
​​Flume, a smart home water monitoring device that tracks water use in real time, detects potential leaks, and helps you track progress towards your water reduction goals. Available at a discount to LADWP customers.
Special Offer! Get Flume for just $24 (plus tax and $10 shipping) after discount from LADWP! https://flumewater.com/rebate/ca/ladwp/
Water Harvesting & Re-Use
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Tree People has information on many methods of capturing and infiltrating rainwater.
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Greywater Corps is a Los Angeles company specializing in greywater design, installation and education.
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Homeowner rainwater harvesting “How To” guide from the City of Los Angeles (downloads PDF)
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Los Angeles City Sanitation rainwater harvesting information (use of rain barrels)
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Educational information on rainwater harvesting from nonprofit Greener Way Associates
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Educational information on rain barrels from the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Native Drought-Tolerant Landscapes
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California Botanic Garden in Claremont, CA, is the largest botanic garden dedicated to California native plants, promoting botany, conservation and horticulture to inspire, inform and educate the public and scientific community about California’s native flora.
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California Native Plant Society is dedicated to conserving California native plants and their natural habitats, increasing the understanding, enjoyment, and horticultural use of native plants.
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LADWP turf replacement program ($5 per square foot!)
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LADWP landscape education classes (both on native plants and irrigation) and California Friendly Landscaping Guide
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Theodore Payne Foundation is a full-service native plant nursery that also offers a range of classes, garden tours, outreach and advocacy.
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Surfrider Foundation’s Ocean Friendly Gardens sustainable landscaping and education program
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Alliance for Water Efficiency information on landscape, irrigation and outdoor water use
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G3 Green Gardens Group sustainable gardens handbooks and guidelines
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Information on California bush sunflower plants handed out at July 4th parade.
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How to prep and plant California native plants.
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Plant Native California Native Plants
Water Conservation
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DWP rebates for many water-conserving devices, also offers educational information and training
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EPA information on WaterSense labeled smart irrigation controllers which can apply water only when plants need it.
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Household water footprint calculators from Home Water Works and Water Footprint Calculator