Water Efficiency for Residents of Santa Monica Presentation

Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Water-Efficiency for Residents of Santa Monica Luis Suarez Water Programs Sustainable Works

Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Santa Monica’s Water Supply Depleting reservoir levels 86% of water is imported Traveling 400 miles Metropolitan Water District (86%) Private Water Agency City-Owned Groundwater Wells (12%) SMURRF (2%) Recycles Urban Runoff

Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Dry conditions = extreme fire danger Loss of crops Rural and urban economic loss Next year: uncertain supplies State Water Supply Challenges Decreasing Sierra Snow Pack
2008 Court Decisions
~30% Water reduction due to decreasing Salmon and Delta Smelt in Bay- Delta
L.A. Aqueduct Reductions
Drought Population increasing in Southern California

CA 3rd year of drought Colorado River 10 th year of drought Drought In Western U.S. Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion It will take more than one extremely wet winter for storage levels to recover - The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) 2005 2009

Excessive Urban Runoff Excessive Water Waste Increasing Water Demand Contamination of Santa Monica’s Groundwater Wells Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Water Supply Problems Some Santa Monica City wells will not be usable for another 1 to 2 years – City of S.M. Office of Sustainability and Environment

Excessive energy and greenhouse gases to import water Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Water + Energy = Watergy 20% of California's energy is required to transport our water - California Energy Commission

Average Multi Family building uses 745 gallons/day ~60 gallons/day per unit Average Single Family uses 420 gallons/day ~200 gallons/day Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Current Daily Water Use

Our Goals: Keep within our allocated amount especially during the summer months Eliminate water waste Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Water Shortage Response Plan

Santa Monica City Council declared an Advisory Level effective July 1, 2009 The City of Santa Monica is requesting that all water customers voluntarily reduce water use by 10% Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Stage 1 – 15% Reduction Stage 2 – 20% Reduction Stage 3 – 30% Reduction Stage 4 – 50% Reduction In Effect City-Wide Water Reduction Goals Advisory– 10% Reduction

*Avg. multi family unit water use = ~60 hcf/year Stages 1- 4 require mandatory rationing through water allowances (budgets) Penalties would be charged on the excess water used Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Stage 1– 48 hcf/year/unit ( 98 gallons/day) + outdoor water allowance Stage 2– 48 hcf/year/unit ( 98 gallons/day) + outdoor water allowance Stage 3– 37 hcf/year/unit (76 gallons/day) + outdoor water allowance Stage 4– 37 hcf/year/unit ( 76 gallons/day) + outdoor water allowance Multi-Family Water Supply Allowance

*Avg. single family water use = ~203 hcf/year Stages 1- 4 require mandatory rationing through water allowances (budgets). Penalties would be charged on the excess water used Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Stage 1– 132 hcf/year ( 271 gallons/day) + outdoor water use allowance Stage 2– 132 hcf/year (271 gallons/day) + outdoor water use allowance Stage 3– 98 hcf/year ( 201 gallons/day) + outdoor water use allowance Stage 4– 98 hcf/year ( 201 gallons/day) + outdoor water use allowance Single-Family Water Supply Allowance

1 hcf = 748 gallons 98 gallons/day Variances There will be an appeals process for customers that either need more water due to incorrect assumptions need to use or more than their allowance Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Penalties & Variances 1-4 hcf = $4.00 / excess hcf 5-10 hcf = $16.00 /excess hcf 11-16 hcf = $32.00 /excess hcf 17+ hcf = $40.00/ excess hcf, plus other restrictions if applicable

Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Restrooms Kitchen Landscaping Resident Solutions

Upgrade showerheads to 1..5 gal/ min Keep showers to less than 10 minutes Upgrade toilets from 1.6 gal/flush or greater to 1.28 gal/flush or less or dual flush Don’t use toilet as a trashcan Install low-flow aerators of 2.5 gal/min or less Turn off water when brushing teeth or shaving Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Bathroom Check with the City of Santa Monica for possible rebates or free products Showerhead Tank Type Faucet with aerator Faucet High-Efficient Showerhead High-Efficiency Toilet

Kitchen When hand washing dishes, fill sink, don’t leave water running Operate dishwasher only when completely loaded Install low-flow aerators of 2.5 gal/min for kitchens Fix leaky faucets Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion It takes 8 glasses of water to wash 1 glass. – City of S.M. Office of Sustainability and the Environment

Adjust sprinklers to prevent runoff Install drip irrigation – retrofit existing sprinklers to drip Set controller start time between 4 am - 5 am Upgrade to a weather based "Smart" irrigation controller Install a rain barrel or redirect downspouts to landscaping Direct gardeners to the City’s free Landscape & Irrigation training Rebates may be available Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Landscaping uses 40% of a property’s total water use. – City of S.M. Office of Sustainability and the Environment Landscaping

Reduce lawn to climate appropriate plants Take car to a carwash Install rotating nozzles on all sprinkler spray heads To reduce evaporation, apply mulch Report to your property manager any irrigation overspray or runoff Use a broom to clean driveways and sidewalks Always send wastewater to landscaping or the sewer not the storm drain Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Landscaping Reduce water use 80% and reduce maintenance 40%, by installing water efficient irrigation and climate appropriate plants

Reduce lawn to climate appropriate plants Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Landscaping Reduce water use 80% and reduce maintenance 40%, by installing water efficient irrigation and climate appropriate plants BEFORE

Reduce lawn to climate appropriate plants Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Landscaping Reduce water use 80% and reduce maintenance 40%, by installing water efficient irrigation and climate appropriate plants AFTER

Reduce lawn to climate appropriate plants Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Landscaping Reduce water use 80% and reduce maintenance 40%, by installing water efficient irrigation and climate appropriate plants BEFORE

Reduce lawn to climate appropriate plants Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Landscaping Reduce water use 80% and reduce maintenance 40%, by installing water efficient irrigation and climate appropriate plants AFTER

Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion Resources For Free Business Greening Consultation: Sustainable Works Business Greening Program (310) 458-8716 ext. 2 (310) 434-3668 FAX For Qualified Rebate Products: Save A Buck Rebate Program 1-877-728-2282 www.mwdsaveabuck.com www.bewaterwise.com For Landscape Grant and Landscape Information: Bay Saver Program 1-866-728-3229 www.sustainablesme.org/landscape

For more information about the water shortage and conservation tips, www.water.smgov.net Introduction Resident Solutions Conclusion City of Santa Monica Resources Water Resources Protection Programs: (310) 458-8235 www.smgov.net/epwm/utilities Urban Runoff/Water Conservation: (310) 458-2213 www.smepd.org Household Hazardous Waste Facility: (310) 458-2255 To report pollution - Pollution Prevention Hotline: (310) 458-8945 Food Service Container Ban: (310) 458-4925 www.smepd.org/container Clean Bay Restaurant Certification: (310) 458-8235

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