Water Conservation - Go Green Lomita!

Did you know that Southern California's Water Reserve Levels are dangerously low? It is more important than ever to start taking water conservation seriously!

Check out the categories below to see how Lomita is saving water and how you can start conserving too! Landscaping About half of the water used at the average home goes toward landscape irrigation. Click here to learn about City programs focused on landscapes and other ways that you can conserve in your own yard. Water Wise Garden Recognition Program Lomita's Drought Tolerant Demonstration Gardens New Landscape Ordinance Rebates Click here for information on rebate offers for water saving devices. Water Conservation Ordinance Lomita enacted a new water conservation ordinance in 2009. Click here to learn about the new requirements and to read the full ordinance.		Water Saving Tips Fix leaky faucets and you could save 20 gallons of water a day. A standard clothes washer uses about 41 gallons of water, so only wash full loads of laundry. Save 3 gallons of water a day just by turning of the faucet while you are brushing your teeth! Use of broom instead of the hose to clean of sidewalks and driveways. Check you sprinkler system for leaks and broken sprinkler heads.