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Hope for Water?

The pain of the California drought may soon lessen, thanks to the recent passage of five water bills. Senate Bills 1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 address the three-year statewide drought and ways in which water usage and management can … Continue reading

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Conservation Ahoy!

Great news: water use among Americans as a whole is decreasing! In a new study released by the United States Geological Survey, results show a trend of lowered water use, particularly within the last 30 years. According to the Associated … Continue reading

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FAQ of the Week: October 29

Q: I would like to be more environmentally conscious and go green, but I also need to watch my expenditures.  Can I save more water and be more green with the Cyber-Rain system? Why should I really consider purchasing a … Continue reading

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Cyber-Rain Is Now Available on Sears.com!

The next time you are on Sears.com, look around: you will see the Cyber-Rain XCI system there! The website of the large chain of anchor stores recently began to carry various models of the Cyber-Rain smart sprinkler controller. (Both the … Continue reading

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Conservation Required in Oak Park

Would you like the good news or the bad news first? Let’s start with the bad news: The bad news is that California is still in a drought. But the good news is that water providers are taking important steps … Continue reading

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Celebrating Water

Water is worth celebrating during any month, and August is no exception! The Southern Sierran, a chapter of the Sierra Club, is celebrating water this August and we are quite happy to celebrate with them! With a wide variety of … Continue reading

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Oak Park Water Conservation

Customers of the Oak Park Water Service (through the Triunfo Sanitation District) have some great water conservation opportunities, going on now. The OPWS and Triunfo Santitation District will be hosting a free water conservation and water-wise irrigation workshop on the … Continue reading

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Second Time The Charm For Moorpark “Green” Waste Facility?

Ventura County may be getting even greener; and this time, the second time may be the charm. According to the NAoC and the Ventura County Star, the Ventura County Planning Department has given approval for the construction of a “green” … Continue reading

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Book of the Week: Water Consciousness

It’s that special time, when one remarkable book catches our eye. Luckily, that means it’s time for the book of the week! And this week’s selection comes just in time for the weekend, so grab a special reading spot, get … Continue reading

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Book of the Week: Success With Water-Saving Gardens

It’s a bright, brand new week, which means it’s time for a brand new Book of the Week! This week’s spotlight is on Success With Water-Saving Gardens, by Graham Clarke. Published by the Guild of Master Craftsman (GMC Publications) in … Continue reading

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