[…] to get creative and show your love for water! Whether you are just starting your water conservation journey or already an expert water saver, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate Water Awareness Month. Here are some of our favorite and easy ways to celebrate: Take shorter showers: Set a goal to keep your shower under 5 minutes. You’ll save […]
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[…] Associate General Manager of Water Resources, greets U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego. Photo by Michael McNamara RELATED ARTICLES Plan your next adventure by checking out our other great locations in our Celebrate AZ Water series. Learn more about Roosevelt Lake in our Celebrate AZ Water series: Roosevelt Lake was created in 1911 after the completion of Theodore Roosevelt Dam on the Salt River as part […]
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[…] and while we’re busy decking the halls, cooking up feasts, and celebrating with loved ones, it’s also a great time to think about how we can save water. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or just enjoy the winter festivities, these 12 water-saving tips will help make your holidays a little greener (and your wallet a little happier). Are you […]
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[…] Arbor Day was created by Morton and celebrated in Nebraska in 1872. In the years following that first Arbor Day, Morton’s idea spread beyond Nebraska and today all 50 states celebrate Arbor Day. Trees Are Superheroes These superheroes of nature cool our environment, they help clean our air by absorbing carbon dioxide while also producing oxygen, and they provide habitat […]
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Trees Are Superheroes Why do we celebrate Arbor Day, a day set aside just for trees? These superheroes of nature cool our environment, they help clean our air by absorbing carbon dioxide while also producing oxygen, and they provide habitat for wildlife. They help us save air conditioning costs in summer when properly placed around buildings to provide summer shade, […]
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[…] the Arizona WAM page to see if your water provider offer rebates for water-saving products, appliances, fixtures, and landscapes. Look for the Rebates section at the bottom of the homepage. Celebrate AZ Water. See Water – Use It Wisely’s Celebrate AZ Water series where we have featured numerous amazing stories about water in Arizona, including Alamo Lake, Boulder Creek, and the […]
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[…] under the 1964 Federal Water Resources Research Act. The WRRC conducts water policy research and analysis, and its information transfer activities include publications, conferences, lectures, and seminars. Water news and information are provided to the academic community, water professionals, elected and appointed officials, students and the public. From Water – Use It Wisely Want some inspiration? Find our Celebrate AZ Water blogs!
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New Video Series Available Phoenix Water teamed up with Watershed Management Group to bring you a video series about passive rainwater harvesting and sustainable desert landscapes. And trust us—now’s the time to take action! You can make landscape changes that will help you grow vibrant, native plants, reduce your water use, and help your plants thrive in our desert environment. …
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[…] spread the word of water conservation. Don’t forget to connect the dots to see me, Wayne Drop, in all my water hero glory! As we all ‘splash’ into November, celebrate and be thankful with me for the precious water we have in Arizona. Grab your activity sheets, round up your friends and family, and let the fun-filled water adventure […]
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[…] resources to help. Be sure to visit Water – Plant It Wisely, and dig in! Victoria Caster is a Sustainability and Water Conservation Coordinator with the City of Peoria, AZ, one of 20 Water– Use It Wisely partners to offer water-saving advice and programs. Victoria is a Master Gardener and overall nature aficionado. Being a Arizona native, she sees the shift […]
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[…] protect the wetlands in your community, state or country? American Wetlands Month is a perfect time to get started! Want to learn more about wetlands? Here are some additional articles: Celebrate AZ Water: Wetlands — The Buffer Zone Between Life and Loss Celebrate AZ Water: Turning the Bend at River Bend — Successful Restoration on the Agua Fria River Wetlands Education […]
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[…] of water it takes to wash nearly 300 loads of laundry, and could be costing you an extra 10 percent on your water bills. That is why EPA’s WaterSense program celebrates Fix A Leak Week each year to remind you to do a thorough check of your home and landscape. In just 10 minutes, you can search your home for […]
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