Conservation
Water use efficiency is a way of life

Saving water every day is the Long Beach way. Click here to see what you can do to LiveH2OLB.

Certified Blue Restaurant Program

The Certified Blue Restaurant (CBR) program supports and recognizes the outstanding Long Beach restaurants that achieve exceptional water efficiency in our community. Interested restaurants can enroll below to receive a no-cost, on-site efficiency survey, free water efficient devices (if eligible), and an assessment for other possible rebates.

Lawn-to-Garden Incentive Program

The Lawn-to-Garden (L2G) program offers a financial incentive to help you successfully convert your thirsty and non-functional turf to a beautiful, water-wise landscape. Click the button below to learn more.

We’re Social

Congratulations to our very own Gloria Cordero, president of the Board of Utilities Commissioners, who has been appointed to the Colorado River Board of California by @cagovernor and @mwdh2o.

In this role, Cordero will have the opportunity to represent and advocate for Long Beach and California in important decisions about the Colorado River.

"It is an honor to represent California in critical decisions about our imported water supply at a time when the future of the Colorado River hangs in the balance,” Cordero said. “There is a lot of work to do, and I’m eager to share my insights and experiences in water, equity and leadership to help ensure a safe, clean and reliable water supply for California and all who rely on the river."

Read more at the link in our bio.

#womenshistorymonth #coloradoriver #govnewsom #longbeach #womenshistory #water #liveh2olb
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It’s World Water Day! This year’s theme is Accelerating Change - to solve the worldwide water and sanitation crisis. Billions of people don’t have access to safe drinking water. To do your part, @un_water recommends that you save water, reduce pollution and eat local. For more information visit the link in the bio. ...

This Fix a Leak Week, take a peek. Does your toilet or sink leak? Avoid a water bill peak.

10% of homes nationwide have leaks that waste 90 gallons or more a day.

Common leak sources:
- Worn toilet flappers
- Dripping faucets
- Loose or damaged valves

Fixing these leaks can save you about 10% on your water bill!
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This Fix a Leak Week, we’re offering a chance to win a $50 gift card to a Long Beach Certified Blue Restaurant and a water efficient swag bag!

To enter, all you need to do is inspect your toilet for leaks and send us a photo of your inspection result via email or stop by our office to deliver your printed photos and billing info.

Entries will be accepted from March 20-31. On April 3, we will randomly select five lucky winners!

For more info on the Fix a Leak Week sweepstakes and detailed instructions on how to enter, visit the link in the bio.
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Whether Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction was accurate no longer matters, for spring is officially here! 🌼🌸🌹 As the season turns, we invite you to apply to our Lawn to Garden program. We offer $3 per square foot to transform your water-guzzling grass lawn into a beautiful drought friendly landscape. Apply at lbwater.org/garden (link in bio) ...

It’s National Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day!

Shout out to our hardworking gas utility crews who work every day to ensure the safe, reliable delivery of natural gas to homes and businesses.

Did you know ... natural gas didn’t always have that rotten eggs smell?

On this day in 1937, gas safety changed forever. March 18 was the day that a devastating natural gas explosion killed hundreds of children and teachers in New London, Texas. The result of that tragedy was the widespread odorization of natural gas and an increased emphasis on safety.

If you think you have a gas leak, get to a safe place and call our emergency line at (562) 570-2140.

#NGUWD #naturalgas #nationalNGUWD #nationalGUWD2023 #longbeach #utilities #gasutility #utilityworkers #safety #gas
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“You’re in for the ultimate taste of Mexico…Lola’s style!” 🌮🌯

March’s Certified Blue Restaurant is @ilovelolas, with two locations in Long Beach (2030 E. 4th St & 4140 Atlantic Ave).

Everybody loves some good home cooking and Chef Luis Navarro is no different. From Chile Relleno to Signature Moles to Enchiladas Especiales, every dish is inspired by the recipes cooked up in kitchens across Mexico, including his mother’s.

Support Lola’s, which is committed to the highest water-efficiency standards.

Have a favorite eatery in Long Beach who isn’t Certified Blue yet? Nominate them today at the link in our bio!
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Happy Pi Day! You might be asking yourself, what does Pi have to do with water? More than you might think.

Pi (π or 3.14) is the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. Our engineers will use Pi to determine the area of a pipe, the delivery capacity of a pipe and even storage tank volume.

Math rules!
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