San Diego relies heavily on the Colorado River. But at what cost? What are the alternatives?
The River We Drink
All Water is Water: Let’s rethink how we manage water in San Diego
Imagine the path a drop of water from high in the mountains takes to get to your faucet and what happens after it goes down the drain.
Laundry to Landscape Greywater Maintenance Guide
When was the last time you performed maintenance on your greywater system? It can be simple and straightforward, but also critical in ensuring your plants are benefiting and your washing machine pump isn’t going to burn out. Follow these simple steps to ensure your system is functioning effectively.
Top 5 Greywater Myths
There are so many things you can do with greywater to conserve water. Here are some common misunderstandings about how to use greywater.
Creative Ways to Incorporate Residential Greywater Systems: Light Wells
Light wells are a Del Mar phenomenon which allow basement level living areas with natural lighting and ventilation where real estate is premium and buildings must be designed to limit visual impact for neighbors, and…
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A Tale of Two Watersheds: Simple Backyard Solutions are the Key to Watershed Health
Two different watersheds, two different problems facing them. We have the solution! Small scale, backyard solutions across the county solve large scale watershed problems when everyone contributes.
Laundry to Landscape Greywater System Maintenance: What is my check valve/airgap for and how do I fix it?
What is an autovent and what do you do when it fails.
10 Easy ways to be a water warrior
Through a series of small scale integrated solutions, we can change the local water and food climate in San Diego!
Greywater Soaps
Using biodegradable, sodium free soaps is a crucial component of a successful greywater system. Research your options before you start discharging your greywater onto your landscape!