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 Landscape
Water Efficiency Competitive Grant Program
Applications accepted:
January 2008 – March 27, 2008
Grant Application
Grant Application
Attachment
Reducing outdoor water use is critical to Santa
Monica's
sustainable
future.
Currently, the City of Santa Monica imports over 90%
of its water from Northern California and the
Colorado River (over 400 miles).
Nearly half of
the
water
consumed
in
Santa Monica homes is used
for
watering landscapes.
With the goal of curbing citywide water use 20% by
the year 2010, the City has expanded its water
efficiency incentive programs with the addition of
this competitive landscape grant program.
Research shows that converting turf and other
water-thirsty plants, and traditional, high-volume
spray sprinkler irrigation systems to California
friendly plants and water-efficient irrigation
systems, can save up to 80% of water and 60% of
maintenance costs. Water-efficient gardens produce
less yard waste, reduce the need for harmful
chemicals and polluting maintenance equipment, and
provide habitat for beneficial birds and insects.
This
grant program offers incentives up to $20,000 for
water-efficient landscaping. Since 2005, over $350,000
has been awarded to home-owners, apartment owners,
businesses and schools. See related
green building grants. |
