Watts Current: PWP E-Newsletter

Watts Current - March 2016 Issue

BACK TO SPRING/SUMMER WATERING SCHEDULE

The City wants to thank the entire community for doing its part to conserve during the two-week period from Feb 25 to March 10 when Pasadena did not receive its imported water supply from the Metropolitan Water District. Without conservation and rainfall during that period, Pasadena would not have had sufficient water supply. Every drop does count, and as we head into the spring and summer months, it is important to note that Pasadena is not meeting Governor Brown's mandate for our city to reduce water use by 28%.

Customers can begin watering two days a week beginning April 1 to Oct 31, on Tuesdays and Saturdays before 9am and after 6pm. Water restrictions will be enforced and water waste enforcement will continue. To learn more, click here.

PWP LAUNCHES NEW E-NEWSLETTER FOR BUSINESSES

Many Pasadena residents are also business owners and we are excited to share that our businesses newsletter, The Conduit, has been transformed into a new online version. This bi-monthly e-newsletter will highlight industry trends and tips, as well available programs and incentives to help ensure Pasadena businesses save money and are energy and water efficient. To sign up and receive the newsletter, email us at conduit@cityofpasadena.net.

PWP GETS PORTABLE WATER TREATMENT TRUCK

PWP's new Portable Water Filtration Truck will help Pasadena capture millions of gallons of water that would normally be discharged into storm drains. PWP releases water regularly for water quality needs - mainly to flush water in low demand areas. Low demand areas can grow bacteria that can lead to water quality concerns. Water flushing is also essential when new pipes are added to existing mains. With the new truck in place, water that would have been flushed into storm drains will instead be pumped into the truck, treated and then returned into the pipes. Pasadena is one of the first cities in the State to have a water filtration truck. With greater legislative restrictions on water flushing and conservation demands, this technology is likely to be widespread. To learn more, click here.

COMMUNITY SOLAR IS COMING TO PASADENA

PWP is in the process of developing a community solar program that will allow Pasadena customers to harness the power of the sun without having to install a solar system directly on their home's rooftop. Community solar can be an ideal solution for residents who rent, live in a multi-family building or whose rooftop is primarily shaded. The program is great way to do your part to go green!

Pasadena invites you to participate in a quick survey to give us your feedback on a preferred location for the solar array, pricing and subscription details. Your input will be useful in creating a successful community solar program. To get started, click here.

PWP TO HOST RAIN BARREL DISTRIBUTION EVENT

Pasadena is excited to offer PWP customers the opportunity to pre-purchase a rain barrel and conveniently pick it up at a one-day distribution event on Saturday, April 9 from 8am to 11am. The event will be held in the parking lot of the Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena, located at 393 N. Lake Avenue. Rain barrels must be pre-purchased in advance by April 7 and picked up at the distribution event on April 9.

The cost of a rain barrel is approximately $85 but FREE with a rebate offered by our supporting partner - the Metropolitan Water District. Proof of purchase is required to apply for a rain barrel rebate. PWP is also hosting a free Rainwater Harvesting Class at the distribution event from 9am-10am. To learn more, click here.

$5,000 SCHOLARSHIP FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

Don't miss out on the chance to have your child earn cash for college! For the third year, PWP is offering Pasadena-based high school seniors the opportunity to earn a $5,000 scholarship for sharing their ideas on how Pasadena can develop long-term strategies for creating a sustainable future. Submittal deadline for the 300-500 word essay is due Friday, April 29, 2016. The scholarship is open to all public and private school seniors who are PWP customers. To learn more about the scholarship and entry criteria, click here.

SEATS AVAILABLE- GREYWATER WORKSHOP

PWP's Laundry-to-Landscape (L2L) Greywater Program continues to draw residents to install L2L systems. With more than 250 participants to date, these monthly workshop guide you on how to install your own L2L greywater system and educate you on how to re-use water from your washing machine to irrigate your garden. Register now for the next workshop on April 9 from 9am-11am, at Villa Parke Community Center by clicking here.

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