Water Conservation in the Arroyo
Water is always a precious resource, vital to our economy and lifestyle. Over the past several years, however, a number of developments have made it even more important that we protect and conserve water in our region. These include:
- falling groundwater levels
- new types of contamination, and
- increased reliance on imported water sources.
As the population of the Arroyo Seco Watershed has increased, so has water usage. There are disturbing signs that per capita usage is actually increasing in some areas of the watershed.
But there are ways to conserve this precious resource. Some are as simple as installing a small device on a faucet; some are more involved as landscaping your yard with California friendly plants.
Working together, we can make protect and conserve our precious water resources for tomorrow and for future generations.
For an in-depth look at local water usage, check here:
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Simple ways you can save water
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Would you like to host an event in you neighborhood regarding water quality and water conservation in the Arroyo Seco? Contact the Arroyo Seco Foundation's Watershed Coordinator to schedule your program.
Arroyo Seco Warming
Global climate change is sure to have massive effects on our water supplies and on the health of the Arroyo Seco watershed, so reducing your contribution to its effects is vital. Conservation is the best way.
Click here for more information on what you can do:
Stop Global Warming
Conservation Resources
- H2ouse.org - A great resource to find information about water conservation in your home, with sources of products, tips for installation and step-by-step instructions on how to start conserving.
- BeWaterWise.com - California friendly landscaping and sources for purchasing, the Water Calculator and the current Watering Index (updated weekly for Southern California)
- AltadenaWatershed.org - A great resource for the community with links to vital information about conserving water in your home
- ArroyoSeco.org - Learn about and get involved in efforts to improve the function of the Arroyo Seco Watershed
- MWD Conservation - tips and rebates from Southern California's major water supplier.
- EnergyStar.gov - Your source for energy and water efficient appliances
- Pasadena Water and Power - Conservation tips from Pasadena's municipal utility.
- LA Department of Water & Power - Water information from Los Angeles
- Water Conservation Tips - practical direction from the Mono Lake Commitee on practical ways to save water.
- Watering Index - Check the watering index to determine how to adjust your sprinklers to eliminate water waste.
- Urban Water Conservation - water tips for homes and business include a virtual home tour.
- Irrigation Efficiency - Water budgets for agricultural growers and turf managers administering parks, golf courses and other landscapes.
Save Water & Money
Water agencies in the Arroyo Seco watershed provide cash rebates to their customers for low-flush and dual-flush toilets and for high efficiency clothes washers. Check here to see what conservation incentives your water utility offers.