Last year, was the driest year in recorded history for many areas of California, and the State is still facing serious drought conditions. Water conservation is always important in California, but this year no Californian should waste even one drop of water. It is vital that everyone in California do their part to reduce their water use.
IEUA and its member agencies started ramping up their water use efficiency programs in January in response to the Governor’s Declaration of a Statewide drought on January 17, 2014. IEUA adopted a formal drought resolution on April 16, 2014, calling for extraordinary conservation actions to achieve a 20% reduction in water use. IEUA also supplies recycled water to replace the use of potable (drinkable) supplies for outdoor watering and other non-potable purposes.
In response to the issuance of a “Water Supply Alert” by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California on imported water supplies, IEUA member agencies have implemented local water conservation ordinances that include mandatory water-use restrictions. To find out more about restrictions in your area, please contact your local water agency.
For more information on the drought, water saving rebates and tips visit the Save Your Water page.