The West Basin Municipal Water District understands the connection between saving energy and saving water. By sending non-potable recycled water to 215 users, instead of importing that water, the District saves 28,100,000 kWh of electricity every year. The installation of variable frequency drives on new pumps and mixers, supported by an SCE incentive, will save an additional 7,500,000 kWh of electricity. Along with these efficiency measures, West Basin has also used its position to promote regional programs that emphasize water conservation and the link to energy conservation.
Leighanne Reeser, Western Municipal Water District, accepts an Energy Efficiency Award