California Water Service Sees Seventh Straight Month of Water Savings
California Water Service (Cal Water) reported a continued trend in water conservation among its customers with a 13.6% reduction in water use in November compared to November 2020, marking the seventh consecutive month of decreased usage. Notably, 13 districts exceeded 15% reductions, with Westlake achieving the highest at 36.8%. President and CEO Martin A. Kropelnicki emphasized the importance of ongoing conservation efforts, especially during wetter months. Historical data shows significant reductions as well, indicating a strong commitment to water savings across the state.
- Company-wide water use reduced by 13.6% in November vs. November 2020.
- 13 districts exceeded 15% water-use reductions, showcasing effective conservation efforts.
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SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Although the weather has started to cool, California Water Service (Cal Water) customers continued to reduce their water use for the seventh month in a row in November. More than half of Cal Water’s districts surpassed
“I would like to thank our customers for all of their hard work stepping up conservation efforts this year,” said Martin A. Kropelnicki, President and CEO. “While we are hoping for a wet winter, we urge our customers to stay mindful of their water use and continue to save water every day.”
During these wetter months, as more water is used inside homes and businesses, Cal Water encourages customers to remember simple indoor water-saving tips, such as turning off the tap when brushing teeth or shaving, running full loads of laundry and dishes, and checking toilets for leaks.
The 13 Cal Water districts that surpassed
- Bakersfield, saving
16.8% - Bear Gulch, saving
28.9% - Kern River Valley, saving
16.9% - King City, saving
18.6% - Livermore, saving
22.4% - Los Altos, saving
32.9% - Marysville, saving
17.2% - Mid-Peninsula, saving
15.4% - Oroville, saving
25.4% - Palos Verdes, saving
16.8% - Selma, saving
19.0% - Westlake, saving
36.8% - Willows, saving
23.3%
Previously, Cal Water customers throughout the state reduced their water use in May by
Conservation savings for all Cal Water districts are available at drought.calwater.com/reductions. Customers can get more information about conservation rebates and programs, drought resources, and water restrictions at drought.calwater.com.
About California Water Service
California Water Service provides high-quality, reliable water utility services to about 2 million people statewide through 494,500 service connections. What sets Cal Water apart is its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its customers and communities. Guided daily by their promise to provide quality, service, and value, the utility’s employees lead the way in protecting the planet, caring for people, and operating with the utmost integrity. Integral to Cal Water’s strategy is investing responsibly in infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and community well-being. The utility has been named one of “America’s Most Responsible Companies” by Newsweek and a Great Place to Work®. More information is available at www.calwater.com.
Contact: Yvonne Kingman, 310-257-1434
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