As our water supply continues to be unpredictable, managing water resources is more vital than ever, emphasizing the constant need for conservation to safeguard long-term water supply.
That is why LADWP developed water-saving programs and incentives for commercial customers. By conserving water, businesses can reduce their utility bills and operational costs and play a crucial role in building a sustainable water future while demonstrating leadership in water conservation efforts.
Whether it’s swapping turf for drought-friendly landscaping or upgrading to high-efficiency equipment, our commercial programs help make it happen.
Water Conservation Rebates: In partnership with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) LADWP provides rebates for the purchase of water-conserving equipment. For example, businesses can upgrade to high-efficiency toilets and receive a $300 rebate or opt for high-efficiency urinals to receive a $500 rebate. Additionally, rebates are available for up to $3,000 for a cooling tower irrigation controller and up to $13 for irrigation nozzles, among other valuable rebates. Commercial customers are also eligible to receive FREE water-saving faucet aerators, showerheads, and toilet leak detection dye tablets.
Turf Replacement Program: Reduce your utility bill and water usage by transforming a thirsty lawn with drought-friendly landscaping. With the Turf Replacement Program, you can receive rebates of $5 per square foot for the first 50,000 sq. ft. and $3 for every sq. ft. beyond, up to a maximum of 7 acres. Simply plant native and California Friendly® plants; add mulch for soil moisture retention; and install a rainwater capture feature. Environmental benefits of a sustainable landscape include reducing runoff and bolstering local wildlife habitat.
Technical Assistance Program: Enhance your facility’s efficiency by updating it with custom water-efficient equipment and technology and receiving an incentive through the Technical Assistance Program (TAP). This program offers $7.00 per 1,000 gallons of water saved up to $2 million in rebates for approved water conservation enhancements. Typical projects include installing water submeters in multi-unit properties, cooling tower water treatment upgrades, installing a water recycling system, or adopting other pre-approved water saving technologies. Leased equipment and performance-based measures are also eligible for consideration.
Commercial Water Use Surveys: The Metropolitan Water District is currently offering landscape water use assessments for commercial customers within the LADWP service area at NO COST. Through this program, a professional landscape irrigation auditor will inspect all irrigation fixtures on the property and provide recommendations on how to improve landscape irrigation efficiency. Funding for this program is limited, so apply today.
Celebrating Water Conservation Leaders
Each April, LADWP hosts its Annual Sustainability Awards to celebrate and honor the achievements of commercial customers in the areas of water conservation, energy efficiency, electrification of transportation and demand response. Since its inception in 2016, this event has served as a platform to spotlight Los Angeles’ business community’s commitment to sustainability and the positive environmental impact of their participation in the LADWP programs.
In the 2023 water conservation category, the winners made a significant impact, collectively reducing annual water use by an estimated 6.25 million gallons – equivalent to the annual water use of approximately 54 homes! Their conservation efforts are leading the way in sustainability.
• Takeda implemented equipment upgrades that enhanced the recycling of a waste stream by reverse osmosis, which now provides water for cooling towers and irrigation, resulting in a savings of 3.7 million gallons annually. Their efforts earned them a TAP program rebate of $25,860.00.
• Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital introduced filming amines to their cooling towers, increasing cycles of concentration and saving 1.3 million gallons of water annually. They received a TAP rebate of $6,513.00 for their initiatives.
• Decron Properties Corporation installed 374 premium high-efficiency toilets, leading to an annual water savings of 1.25 million gallons. They received a rebate of $112,200 for this project.
For a full list of the 2023 Sustainability Award winners click here.