| Action | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Washing Dishes Using Less Water and Energy | LA- LADWP Free Water Conservation Items |
LADWP offers a variety of rebates and programs for our residential customers (tenants, homeowners, and landlords). As a publicly-owned utility, the LADWP makes these programs available to assist our customers in using energy and water more efficiently as well as saving money and resources while improving our environment. |
| Reducing Water Used for Toilet Flushing | CA- Save Our Water Rebates |
The state of California is currently providing rebates to households who install high efficiency toilets |
| Reducing Water Used for Toilet Flushing | CA- Save Our Water Rebates |
Useful blog on toilets. |
| Reducing Water Used for Toilet Flushing | CA- Save Our Water Rebates |
The state of California is currently providing rebates to households who install high efficiency toilets |
| Staying Clean with Less Hot Water | LA- Water Heater Medic |
Make an appointment for a water heater tune-up with your water supplier |
| Staying Clean with Less Hot Water | LA- High Sierra Showerheads |
You may choose to order a low-flow showerhead online here. However regular retail stores are now required by law to stock low-flow showerheads. |
| Reducing Your Household Waste | LA- LA DPW on backyard composting |
Find out how to start your own backyard composting |
| Protect Yourself Against Cyber Attacks | IRV - Computer Crimes |
The Irvine Police Department Computer Crimes Unit works in partnership with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). IC3's mission is to serve as a vehicle to receive, develop, and refer criminal complaints regarding the rapidly expanding arena of cyber crime. |
| Having Emergency Plans and Supplies for Animals | IRV - Animal Care Center |
The Irvine Animal Care Center provides shelter, care, and enrichment for homeless, neglected, abused, or unwanted animals. |
| Having Emergency Plans and Supplies for Animals | IRV - Pet Emergency Preparedness |
During an emergency or disaster, frightened animals will either hide in their favorite hiding spot or run away. Learn how to best prepare for pet emergencies in the wake of a disaster |
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