Water Smarts Podcast Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:22:20 -0700 http://www.snwa.com en-us © 2026 Water Smarts Podcast yes 4d71cd11-8f74-5612-a366-f65b81d1d97e Southern Nevada Water Authority episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) water, conservation, infrastructure, utility, SNWA, resources, desert, Las Vegas, Nevada, sustainability, conserve, municipal Southern Nevada Water Authority https://storage.buzzsprout.com/t0rqa9z21cm0rr279khsps1dtlf0?.jpg Water Smarts Podcast http://www.snwa.com BEYOND THE TAP: How SNWA protects your drinking water BEYOND THE TAP: How SNWA protects your drinking water Safe drinking water doesn't happen by accident. In this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, Carolyn Faircloth, SNWA Water Quality Laboratory Manager, discusses the extensive testing program that goes above and beyond regulatory requirements to protect public health. She also breaks down new EPA standards for PFAS and lead and copper, and she explains how customers can view local water quality test results. Discover what happens behind the scenes to ensure confidence in every glass of tap water.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Safe drinking water doesn't happen by accident. In this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, Carolyn Faircloth, SNWA Water Quality Laboratory Manager, discusses the extensive testing program that goes above and beyond regulatory requirements to protect public health. She also breaks down new EPA standards for PFAS and lead and copper, and she explains how customers can view local water quality test results. Discover what happens behind the scenes to ensure confidence in every glass of tap water.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-19803934 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2060 water, quality, EPA, lead, copper, PFAS, drinking, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Faircloth, laboratory, testing, test, results, safe, safety 6 75 full false DATA CENTERS, DEVELOPMENT & DROUGHT: Building a water-smart Southern Nevada DATA CENTERS, DEVELOPMENT & DROUGHT: Building a water-smart Southern Nevada How much water are data centers and other businesses using in Southern Nevada? SNWA Enterprise Conservation Manager Mike Bernardo shares the facts about data center water use, explains how new developments are being designed with water efficiency in mind, and discusses the looming deadline for HOAs and businesses to replace decorative grass. Plus, hear how water-smart projects—like a new technology installed at a local Boys and Girls Club—are helping businesses save water and support the community.

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> How much water are data centers and other businesses using in Southern Nevada? SNWA Enterprise Conservation Manager Mike Bernardo shares the facts about data center water use, explains how new developments are being designed with water efficiency in mind, and discusses the looming deadline for HOAs and businesses to replace decorative grass. Plus, hear how water-smart projects—like a new technology installed at a local Boys and Girls Club—are helping businesses save water and support the community.

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-19672670 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0700 1841 data centers, drought, southern, Nevada, water, authority, SNWA, development, growth, evaporative cooling, nonfunctional turf law, decorative, grass, conservation 6 74 full false WATER SOMMELIERS: SNWA panel uses taste, aroma to help track water quality WATER SOMMELIERS: SNWA panel uses taste, aroma to help track water quality What does it take to be a water sommelier? In this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke go behind the scenes at SNWA’s River Mountains Water Treatment Facility to meet the scientists who analyze and taste test our drinking water as members of the Water Flavor Profile Panel. They discuss how the panel uses taste and aroma to help monitor water quality, identify potential treatment issues, and ensure customers receive high-quality drinking water. The panel also answers common questions about our drinking water.

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> What does it take to be a water sommelier? In this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke go behind the scenes at SNWA’s River Mountains Water Treatment Facility to meet the scientists who analyze and taste test our drinking water as members of the Water Flavor Profile Panel. They discuss how the panel uses taste and aroma to help monitor water quality, identify potential treatment issues, and ensure customers receive high-quality drinking water. The panel also answers common questions about our drinking water.

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-19521162 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0700 1670 water, quality, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, flavor, panel, sommelier, taste, test, drinking, tap, aroma, smelly, odor, cloudy, taste test 6 73 full false WATER WARRIORS: Las Vegas businesses are doing more with less WATER WARRIORS: Las Vegas businesses are doing more with less Las Vegas may be known for entertainment, but it’s also respected as a leader in water conservation. While the region continues to grow, Southern Nevada is using less water today than it did two decades ago—a testament to community-wide conservation efforts. In this episode, SNWA’s Pietra Sardelli talks about the Water Smart Business Program and shares conversations with two local leaders who have stepped up their water efficiency efforts on the Water Smarts Podcast, “WATER WARRIORS: Las Vegas businesses are doing more with less.”

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Las Vegas may be known for entertainment, but it’s also respected as a leader in water conservation. While the region continues to grow, Southern Nevada is using less water today than it did two decades ago—a testament to community-wide conservation efforts. In this episode, SNWA’s Pietra Sardelli talks about the Water Smart Business Program and shares conversations with two local leaders who have stepped up their water efficiency efforts on the Water Smarts Podcast, “WATER WARRIORS: Las Vegas businesses are doing more with less.”

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Buzzsprout-19250643 Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 -0700 1395 car, wash, carwash, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Smart, Business, save, conservation, leader, business, businesses, Las Vegas, saving, conserving, Oasis, Auto, Spa, BLISS, 6 72 full false SPECIAL: City Cast Las Vegas interview with SNWA’s John Entsminger SPECIAL: City Cast Las Vegas interview with SNWA’s John Entsminger Recently, federal water regulators took an emergency step that would divert huge amounts of water to Lake Powell. The move will preserve the reservoir’s ability to generate power and avoid nearing deadpool – at the cost of dramatically cutting water to Lake Mead, likely sending the lake to its lowest level ever and cutting power output from Hoover Dam later this year. But if the water picture is so dire, why can’t Western states agree on mutual cuts? SNWA General Manager John Entsminger joins City Cast Las Vegas Podcast host Jesse Merrick to discuss how the aging Law of the River is colliding with a modern climate. 

https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/


 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Recently, federal water regulators took an emergency step that would divert huge amounts of water to Lake Powell. The move will preserve the reservoir’s ability to generate power and avoid nearing deadpool – at the cost of dramatically cutting water to Lake Mead, likely sending the lake to its lowest level ever and cutting power output from Hoover Dam later this year. But if the water picture is so dire, why can’t Western states agree on mutual cuts? SNWA General Manager John Entsminger joins City Cast Las Vegas Podcast host Jesse Merrick to discuss how the aging Law of the River is colliding with a modern climate. 

https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/


 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-19105867 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0700 1482 John, Entsminger, City, Cast, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, Lake, Mead, Powell, cuts, drought, negotiations, law, of, the, river, compact, Colorado, 6 71 full false SPRING IS A BUZZIN’: Star Nursery’s Joey Lynn shares landscape tips for a happy, healthy yard SPRING IS A BUZZIN’: Star Nursery’s Joey Lynn shares landscape tips for a happy, healthy yard Spring has officially arrived, and desert landscapes are bursting back to life! In this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, we’re joined by Star Nursery’s Joey Lynn, whose passion for plants is as vibrant as the season itself. Joey Lynn walks us through simple, practical ways to refresh your yard—from taking a mindful “walk about” to assess what’s thriving (and what’s not) to choosing the right replacements for struggling plants.

Get tips to keep landscapes healthy through the warmer months, spot common plant problems before they escalate, and make smart choices that keep water use in check. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting your gloves dirty, Joey Lynn shares tips that will help your yard buzz with color on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SPRING IS A BUZZIN’: Star Nursery’s Joey Lynn shares landscape tips for a happy, healthy yard.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke


https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Spring has officially arrived, and desert landscapes are bursting back to life! In this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, we’re joined by Star Nursery’s Joey Lynn, whose passion for plants is as vibrant as the season itself. Joey Lynn walks us through simple, practical ways to refresh your yard—from taking a mindful “walk about” to assess what’s thriving (and what’s not) to choosing the right replacements for struggling plants.

Get tips to keep landscapes healthy through the warmer months, spot common plant problems before they escalate, and make smart choices that keep water use in check. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting your gloves dirty, Joey Lynn shares tips that will help your yard buzz with color on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SPRING IS A BUZZIN’: Star Nursery’s Joey Lynn shares landscape tips for a happy, healthy yard.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke


https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-18901328 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2373 Star, Nursery, Joey Lynn, Dr. Q, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, landscape, tips, yard, plants, trees, pruning, mulch, fertilizing, spring, 6 70 full false TAP THE TRUTH: Crystal and Bronson answer your questions about all things water in Southern Nevada TAP THE TRUTH: Crystal and Bronson answer your questions about all things water in Southern Nevada Ever wonder what resorts and businesses are doing to conserve water, or how Southern Nevada can continue to grow under drought conditions? Crystal and Bronson talk about those topics and more on this special episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TAP THE TRUTH: Crystal and Bronson answer your questions about all things water in Southern Nevada.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Ever wonder what resorts and businesses are doing to conserve water, or how Southern Nevada can continue to grow under drought conditions? Crystal and Bronson talk about those topics and more on this special episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TAP THE TRUTH: Crystal and Bronson answer your questions about all things water in Southern Nevada.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-18734840 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0800 2075 water, growth, Las Vegas, valley, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, resorts, businesses, drought, shortage, Colorado River, conservation, golf courses, data centers, reduce, recycle, reuse, 6 69 full false SPRUNG A LEAK? Get financial help finding and fixing leaks SPRUNG A LEAK? Get financial help finding and fixing leaks Finding and fixing leaks can be challenging and expensive. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) offer several programs that help homeowners pay for professional services to find and fix water-wasting leaks. JC Davis, LVVWD Director of Customer Care & Field Services, talks about the financial assistance programs and other useful tools available to customers, including those renting a home. Hear what types of leaks are the most expensive to repair and how LVVWD can help cover some of the costs on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Finding and fixing leaks can be challenging and expensive. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) offer several programs that help homeowners pay for professional services to find and fix water-wasting leaks. JC Davis, LVVWD Director of Customer Care & Field Services, talks about the financial assistance programs and other useful tools available to customers, including those renting a home. Hear what types of leaks are the most expensive to repair and how LVVWD can help cover some of the costs on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-18376503 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0800 2252 5 68 full false SUSTAINABLE WATER RECYCLING: Don't be a pain in the drain SUSTAINABLE WATER RECYCLING: Don't be a pain in the drain You probably never think about what happens when you flush the toilet, but a team of dedicated staff at the Clark County Water Reclamation District (CCWRD) make it their business to ensure our wastewater is treated and returned to Lake Mead. Southern Nevada recycles 100 percent of the water that goes down the drain or toilet. For every gallon of water returned to the lake, Southern Nevada can withdraw another gallon, helping stretch our limited water supply. CCWRD’s Bud Cranor talks about the CCWRD’s important-albeit smelly-job of ensuring they squeeze and clean every drop of water they collect from the valley’s sanitary sewer on the Water Smarts Podcast, “SUSTAINABLE WATER RECYCLING: Don’t be a Pain in the Drain.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> You probably never think about what happens when you flush the toilet, but a team of dedicated staff at the Clark County Water Reclamation District (CCWRD) make it their business to ensure our wastewater is treated and returned to Lake Mead. Southern Nevada recycles 100 percent of the water that goes down the drain or toilet. For every gallon of water returned to the lake, Southern Nevada can withdraw another gallon, helping stretch our limited water supply. CCWRD’s Bud Cranor talks about the CCWRD’s important-albeit smelly-job of ensuring they squeeze and clean every drop of water they collect from the valley’s sanitary sewer on the Water Smarts Podcast, “SUSTAINABLE WATER RECYCLING: Don’t be a Pain in the Drain.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-18204640 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0800 1673 sewer, sewage, recyle, reuse, wastewater, pain, drain, Clark, County, Water, Reclamation, District, CCWRD, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA, toilet, return, flow, credits 5 67 full false ON THE COLORADO: SNWA's John Entsminger talks about ongoing collaboration between Colorado River water users and Southern Nevada's water future ON THE COLORADO: SNWA's John Entsminger talks about ongoing collaboration between Colorado River water users and Southern Nevada's water future Southern Nevada relies on the Colorado River for 90 percent of its water supply, yet we receive the smallest share of the river. SNWA General Manager John Entsminger shares why ongoing collaboration between Colorado River water users is imperative to respond to climate change and aridification. John also talks about why Southern Nevada is one of the most water secure Colorado River Basin states, what future water sources the agency is considering, and how the community has helped protect its water supply. 

 Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada relies on the Colorado River for 90 percent of its water supply, yet we receive the smallest share of the river. SNWA General Manager John Entsminger shares why ongoing collaboration between Colorado River water users is imperative to respond to climate change and aridification. John also talks about why Southern Nevada is one of the most water secure Colorado River Basin states, what future water sources the agency is considering, and how the community has helped protect its water supply. 

 Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-17979378 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0700 2010 John, Entsminger, SNWA, Colorado River, negotiations, collaboration, water, resources, future, Southern, Nevada, climate, change, aridification, Lake, Mead, Lower, Upper, Basin, 5 66 full false North Las Vegas works to protect community from rising temperatures North Las Vegas works to protect community from rising temperatures Southern Nevada is one of the fastest warming regions in the United States and rising temperatures are straining our urban forest. The City of North Las Vegas (NLV) is working to protect its residents from increased temperatures, which are expected to rise as much as 9 degrees by mid Century. NLV Municipal Forester Eddie Rodriguez shares how the city is adapting and preparing for a warmer future and shares how residents can take action as well on the Water Smarts Podcast, “North Las Vegas works to protect community from rising temperatures.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada is one of the fastest warming regions in the United States and rising temperatures are straining our urban forest. The City of North Las Vegas (NLV) is working to protect its residents from increased temperatures, which are expected to rise as much as 9 degrees by mid Century. NLV Municipal Forester Eddie Rodriguez shares how the city is adapting and preparing for a warmer future and shares how residents can take action as well on the Water Smarts Podcast, “North Las Vegas works to protect community from rising temperatures.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-17854198 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1319 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, North, Las Vegas, urban, heat, island, UHI, forest, municipal, forester, Eddie, Rodriguez, trees, canopy, shade, climate, change, hotter, temperatures 5 65 full false NATIONAL TREASURE: Henderson parks are nationally-recognized AND water smart NATIONAL TREASURE: Henderson parks are nationally-recognized AND water smart The City of Henderson boasts some of the best parks in the nation, but the city isn’t sitting on its laurels. Henderson is ensuring its parks remain beautiful, but also water smart. Henderson’s Municipal Forester Preston Goodman talks trees, athletic fields, and plans for a shade-filled future on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “NATIONAL TREASURE: Henderson parks are nationally-recognized AND water smart.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The City of Henderson boasts some of the best parks in the nation, but the city isn’t sitting on its laurels. Henderson is ensuring its parks remain beautiful, but also water smart. Henderson’s Municipal Forester Preston Goodman talks trees, athletic fields, and plans for a shade-filled future on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast, “NATIONAL TREASURE: Henderson parks are nationally-recognized AND water smart.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-17773844 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0700 1337 Henderson, parks, AB356, trees, urban, canopy, forest, municipal, forester, acacia, bullet proof tree, water, smart, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA, recreation, nonfunctional, decorative, grass, shade, Ash, recreation 5 64 full false LAKE LIFE: Limnologists study Lake Mead to protect our drinking water LAKE LIFE: Limnologists study Lake Mead to protect our drinking water Runoff in the Colorado River is expected to be 55 percent of normal this year which means Lake Mead water levels will drop. Lake levels and inflows to the lake can impact our drinking water supply. Limnologists Todd Tietjen and Deena Hannoun share how their research helps protect our drinking water, and how their studies help other Colorado River Basin water agencies on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Runoff in the Colorado River is expected to be 55 percent of normal this year which means Lake Mead water levels will drop. Lake levels and inflows to the lake can impact our drinking water supply. Limnologists Todd Tietjen and Deena Hannoun share how their research helps protect our drinking water, and how their studies help other Colorado River Basin water agencies on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-17321666 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0700 1314 Lake Mead, water, quality, SNWA, limnologist, Southern, Nevada, Authority, Colorado, River, Basin, drought, impact, lake, levels, drop, research, Tietjen, Hannoun, 5 63 full false INDUSTRY-CHANGING RESEARCH: SNWA water quality lab celebrates 25 years INDUSTRY-CHANGING RESEARCH: SNWA water quality lab celebrates 25 years SNWA researchers have been at the forefront of emerging water issues for the past 25 years, and their discoveries have helped protect Southern Nevada’s drinking water supply. SNWA scientists have helped stop quagga mussel infestations from blocking water intake pipes and helped implement ozonation to the water treatment process. Eric Wert, Water Quality Research & Development Manager, talks about the emerging issues the lab currently is tracking and what might be the next generation of water treatment on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> SNWA researchers have been at the forefront of emerging water issues for the past 25 years, and their discoveries have helped protect Southern Nevada’s drinking water supply. SNWA scientists have helped stop quagga mussel infestations from blocking water intake pipes and helped implement ozonation to the water treatment process. Eric Wert, Water Quality Research & Development Manager, talks about the emerging issues the lab currently is tracking and what might be the next generation of water treatment on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-17203684 Wed, 21 May 2025 09:00:00 -0700 1608 water, quality, research, development, WQ, R&D, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, UV, LED, light, treatment, testing, lab, laboratory, emerging, issues, intake, pipes, quagga, 5 62 full false FLEXING THEIR WATER SMARTS: Teens in Youth Council are the GOATs of H2O conservation in So. Nv. FLEXING THEIR WATER SMARTS: Teens in Youth Council are the GOATs of H2O conservation in So. Nv. The SNWA Youth Conservation Council (YCC) is hosting the Earth Day Celebration at the Springs Preserve on April 19. YCC members share details about the event’s super cool activities and the new children’s book they’ve created. They also discuss why they’re passionate about water conservation on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke


https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The SNWA Youth Conservation Council (YCC) is hosting the Earth Day Celebration at the Springs Preserve on April 19. YCC members share details about the event’s super cool activities and the new children’s book they’ve created. They also discuss why they’re passionate about water conservation on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke


https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-16955385 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0700 1346 Youth, Conservation, Council, YCC, Earth, Day, GOAT, water, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA, Springs, Preserve, teen, children's, book, April, events 5 61 full false NEVER ON EMPTY: Infrastructure investments ensure access to our water supply NEVER ON EMPTY: Infrastructure investments ensure access to our water supply It takes a lot of engineering and expertise to deliver water throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Buck Osborne, Operations Director for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about how our water system is designed and maintained to ensure access to our water supply, even during emergencies and natural disasters. Buck shares how SNWA’s investment in our water infrastructure ensures a secure, reliable water supply.  

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> It takes a lot of engineering and expertise to deliver water throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Buck Osborne, Operations Director for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about how our water system is designed and maintained to ensure access to our water supply, even during emergencies and natural disasters. Buck shares how SNWA’s investment in our water infrastructure ensures a secure, reliable water supply.  

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-16890606 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1168 SNWA, Las Vegas, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, infrastructure, drought, natural, disaster, fires, Nevada, emergency, protect, supply, 5 60 full false JENGA IN THE WILD: Rewilding endangered species supports historic ecosystem JENGA IN THE WILD: Rewilding endangered species supports historic ecosystem When Las Vegas Valley artesian springs ran dry decades ago, several species disappeared from the landscape. Rewilding projects at the Springs Preserve have helped rebuild the native habitat and protect endangered species like the Pahrump Poolfish, Relict Leopard Frog and Desert Tortoise. Dr. Ray Saumure, SNWA Senior Environmental Biologist, talks about the challenges of repopulating endangered species and how the discovery that the tiny frogs are cannibalistic may help ensure a sustainable population.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> When Las Vegas Valley artesian springs ran dry decades ago, several species disappeared from the landscape. Rewilding projects at the Springs Preserve have helped rebuild the native habitat and protect endangered species like the Pahrump Poolfish, Relict Leopard Frog and Desert Tortoise. Dr. Ray Saumure, SNWA Senior Environmental Biologist, talks about the challenges of repopulating endangered species and how the discovery that the tiny frogs are cannibalistic may help ensure a sustainable population.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-16619111 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0800 2039 endangered, species, Springs Preserve, Pahrump, Poolfish, Relict, Leopard, Frog, Desert, Tortoise, rewilding, artesian, cannibal, ecosystem, save, populations, SNWA, Saumure 5 59 full false THIRST QUENCHERS: Nevada's nonfunctional grass law and alternative grasses help protect community's water supply THIRST QUENCHERS: Nevada's nonfunctional grass law and alternative grasses help protect community's water supply AB356—the Nevada law that prohibits use of Colorado River water to irrigate nonfunctional turf—takes effect Jan. 1, 2027. Mike Bernardo, SNWA Enterprise Conservation Manager, talks about the law and how SNWA can help property owners prepare. Mike also addresses community concerns about replacing grass with drip-irrigated plants and trees, and how new alternative grasses can be a water-smart option for thirsty lawns on the Water Smarts Podcast, “THIRST QUENCHERS: Nevada’s nonfunctional grass law and alternative grasses help protect community’s water supply.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> AB356—the Nevada law that prohibits use of Colorado River water to irrigate nonfunctional turf—takes effect Jan. 1, 2027. Mike Bernardo, SNWA Enterprise Conservation Manager, talks about the law and how SNWA can help property owners prepare. Mike also addresses community concerns about replacing grass with drip-irrigated plants and trees, and how new alternative grasses can be a water-smart option for thirsty lawns on the Water Smarts Podcast, “THIRST QUENCHERS: Nevada’s nonfunctional grass law and alternative grasses help protect community’s water supply.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-16364166 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0800 1579 AB356, alternative, grass, grasses, turf, nonfunctional, HOA, apartments, water, smart, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA, rebate, WSL, kurapia, thyme, dichondra, micro clover, Las Vegas, drought, conservation, Urban Heat Island, trees, treebate, UHI, 5 58 full false ALWAYS ON TAP: Pipes & pumps keep water flowing in Las Vegas ALWAYS ON TAP: Pipes & pumps keep water flowing in Las Vegas Why doesn’t Las Vegas need water towers like in the Midwest? How is SNWA protecting the community’s water supply from the impacts of drought? How can homeowners get help paying to find and fix water leaks? Doa Ross, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Engineering, answers these questions and more on the Water Smarts Podcast, “ALWAYS ON TAP: Pipes & pumps keep water flowing in Las Vegas.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Why doesn’t Las Vegas need water towers like in the Midwest? How is SNWA protecting the community’s water supply from the impacts of drought? How can homeowners get help paying to find and fix water leaks? Doa Ross, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Engineering, answers these questions and more on the Water Smarts Podcast, “ALWAYS ON TAP: Pipes & pumps keep water flowing in Las Vegas.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-16227836 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0800 2020 pipes, pumps, infrastructure, leaks, find, leak, financial, assistance, Las Vegas, Valley, Water, District, Southern, Nevada, SNWA, LVVWD, tower, delivery, infrastructure, 4 57 full false WHAT LIES BENEATH: Southern Nevada groundwater is a hidden resource for the community WHAT LIES BENEATH: Southern Nevada groundwater is a hidden resource for the community Las Vegas owes its very existence to groundwater. Native peoples relied on natural springs that bubbled to the surface; early settlers farmed using water from the springs and groundwater aquifer; and Las Vegas became a townsite because the railroad needed a stop where it could refill its steam locomotive water tanks. The Las Vegas Springs stopped flowing in 1962, but Southern Nevada still relies on the groundwater aquifer for 10 percent of its water supply.  Learn more about groundwater and how the Southern Nevada Water Authority helps protect the aquifer on the Water Smarts Podcast, “WHAT LIES BENEATH: Southern Nevada groundwater is a hidden resource for the community.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Las Vegas owes its very existence to groundwater. Native peoples relied on natural springs that bubbled to the surface; early settlers farmed using water from the springs and groundwater aquifer; and Las Vegas became a townsite because the railroad needed a stop where it could refill its steam locomotive water tanks. The Las Vegas Springs stopped flowing in 1962, but Southern Nevada still relies on the groundwater aquifer for 10 percent of its water supply.  Learn more about groundwater and how the Southern Nevada Water Authority helps protect the aquifer on the Water Smarts Podcast, “WHAT LIES BENEATH: Southern Nevada groundwater is a hidden resource for the community.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-15889894 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0700 1362 groundwater, aquifer, springs, artesian, Las Vegas, Preserve, wells, drilling, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, GMP, management, program, plug, abandoned, pump, pumping, overpumping, dry, Andrew, Burns, Bronson, Mack 4 56 full false IN SEASON: Star Nursery's tips for fall and winter IN SEASON: Star Nursery's tips for fall and winter Relief from the scorching summer heat is nearing, and it’s time to prep your yard for fall and winter. Horticulturist and arborist Joey Lynn from Star Nursery joins us to talk landscape tips and suggest plants and trees that thrive in the desert. Find out how you can have year-round color in your yard, when to prune plants, and what grows in your garden in the cooler months on the Water Smarts Podcast, “IN SEASON: Star Nursery’s tips for fall and winter.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Relief from the scorching summer heat is nearing, and it’s time to prep your yard for fall and winter. Horticulturist and arborist Joey Lynn from Star Nursery joins us to talk landscape tips and suggest plants and trees that thrive in the desert. Find out how you can have year-round color in your yard, when to prune plants, and what grows in your garden in the cooler months on the Water Smarts Podcast, “IN SEASON: Star Nursery’s tips for fall and winter.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-15728446 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0700 2317 Star, Nursery, landscape, tips, yard, plants, trees, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, LVVWD, what, to, plant, irrigation, gardening, herbs, vegetables, flowers, 4 55 full false SUSTAINABLE FOCUS: MGM Resorts invests to save water SUSTAINABLE FOCUS: MGM Resorts invests to save water Despite appearances, the Las Vegas Strip resorts only consume 6 percent of Southern Nevada’s water supply. MGM Resorts Vice President of Sustainability Michael Gulich, and SNWA Conservation Manager Mike Bernardo talk about how the hotels use water, including why the Bellagio Fountain does not impact Southern Nevada’s Colorado River water allocation. From replacing moats with artificial turf to testing new technologies, MGM Resorts is ensuring its properties and operations are as water smart as possible. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke 
https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Despite appearances, the Las Vegas Strip resorts only consume 6 percent of Southern Nevada’s water supply. MGM Resorts Vice President of Sustainability Michael Gulich, and SNWA Conservation Manager Mike Bernardo talk about how the hotels use water, including why the Bellagio Fountain does not impact Southern Nevada’s Colorado River water allocation. From replacing moats with artificial turf to testing new technologies, MGM Resorts is ensuring its properties and operations are as water smart as possible. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke 
https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-15571512 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0700 2420 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, MGM, Resorts, Bellagio, Fountain, F1, Grand, Prix, conservation, smart, atmospheric, generator, AWG, sustainability, hotels, Las Vegas, Strip, Colorado, River 4 54 full false LEAKS HAPPEN: Get help finding and fixing water leaks LEAKS HAPPEN: Get help finding and fixing water leaks Leaks are an expensive nuisance, increasing your water bill and costing hundreds if not thousands of dollars to repair. They also impact the community’s water supply when you combine the water lost to leaks at all Southern Nevada homes and businesses. JC Davis, the director of Customer Care & Field Services at the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD), shares details about a new suite of programs from LVVWD and the Southern Nevada Water Authority that will help homeowners pay for professional services to find and fix leaks. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Leaks are an expensive nuisance, increasing your water bill and costing hundreds if not thousands of dollars to repair. They also impact the community’s water supply when you combine the water lost to leaks at all Southern Nevada homes and businesses. JC Davis, the director of Customer Care & Field Services at the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD), shares details about a new suite of programs from LVVWD and the Southern Nevada Water Authority that will help homeowners pay for professional services to find and fix leaks. 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-15357102 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0700 1997 leaks, water, faucet, plumber, high, bill, Southern, Nevada, Authority, Las Vegas, Valley, District, SNWA, LVVWD, customer, service, find, fix, broken, pipe, 4 53 full false STRAIGHT FROM THE TAP: What's in your drinking water? STRAIGHT FROM THE TAP: What's in your drinking water? Ever wonder what's in your tap water? You can find test results of the drinking water supply in your water agency’s Water Quality Report, which is published each summer. Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about the reports and addresses common questions about issues such as odor, taste and PFAS on the  Water Smarts Podcast, “STRAIGHT FROM THE TAP: What’s in your drinking water?”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Ever wonder what's in your tap water? You can find test results of the drinking water supply in your water agency’s Water Quality Report, which is published each summer. Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about the reports and addresses common questions about issues such as odor, taste and PFAS on the  Water Smarts Podcast, “STRAIGHT FROM THE TAP: What’s in your drinking water?”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-15206783 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0700 2179 PFAS, PFA, water, quality, reports, consumer, confidence, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Authority, Las Vegas, Valley, District, LVVWD, taste, odor, tap, drinking, safe, test, results, 4 52 full false TOILET OR TRASH? Why what you flush impacts our water cycle TOILET OR TRASH? Why what you flush impacts our water cycle Because Southern Nevada recycles 100% of the water it uses indoors, it’s important you know what you shouldn’t flush or put down the drain. Nearly all our wastewater is highly treated and returned to Lake Mead. Michael Phillips with the Clark County Water Reclamation District talks about how wastewater plays an important role in our water cycle, and how you can help protect our water supply on the Water Smarts Podcast, “TOILET OR TRASH? Why what you flush impacts our water cycle.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

www.snwa.com

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Because Southern Nevada recycles 100% of the water it uses indoors, it’s important you know what you shouldn’t flush or put down the drain. Nearly all our wastewater is highly treated and returned to Lake Mead. Michael Phillips with the Clark County Water Reclamation District talks about how wastewater plays an important role in our water cycle, and how you can help protect our water supply on the Water Smarts Podcast, “TOILET OR TRASH? Why what you flush impacts our water cycle.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

www.snwa.com

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-15026155 Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:00 -0700 1528 CCWRD, Clark, County, Water, Reclamation, District, Michael, Phillips, recycling, recycle, reuse, wastewater, pain, drain, don't, rush, flush, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA 4 51 full false COOL TRENDS: How businesses can keep cool & stay water smart COOL TRENDS: How businesses can keep cool & stay water smart In Southern Nevada, grass is the largest consumer of the community’s water supply. But, did you know that the evaporative cooling systems chilling large buildings like hotels and schools are the second largest consumer of our water? The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) has implemented a moratorium on new evaporative cooling systems and offers rebates for properties to upgrade or replace existing systems to more water-efficient cooling options. SNWA conservation expert Mike Weintz and WaterStart Interim Executive Director Rebecca Shanahan talk about options for large buildings, promising new technologies, and rebates to help pay for them on the Water Smarts Podcast, “COOL TRENDS: How businesses can keep cool & stay water smart.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke
https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> In Southern Nevada, grass is the largest consumer of the community’s water supply. But, did you know that the evaporative cooling systems chilling large buildings like hotels and schools are the second largest consumer of our water? The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) has implemented a moratorium on new evaporative cooling systems and offers rebates for properties to upgrade or replace existing systems to more water-efficient cooling options. SNWA conservation expert Mike Weintz and WaterStart Interim Executive Director Rebecca Shanahan talk about options for large buildings, promising new technologies, and rebates to help pay for them on the Water Smarts Podcast, “COOL TRENDS: How businesses can keep cool & stay water smart.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke
https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-14828603 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0700 1511 F1, Formula, One, SNWA, water, conservation, evaporative, cooling, systems, hybrid, WaterStart, Shanahan, southern, nevada, authority, air, conditioning, data, center, resorts, business, WET, efficient, technologies 4 50 full false AB356: Time's running out to 86 nonfunctional grass by the end of '26 AB356: Time's running out to 86 nonfunctional grass by the end of '26 The clock is ticking! AB356, the state law prohibiting use of Colorado River water to irrigate nonfunctional turf, takes effect in less than three years. Businesses, HOAs and multifamily properties need to replace grass with drip-irrigated plants and trees by Jan. 1, 2027. SNWA conservation expert Patrick Watson shares how SNWA can help property owners comply with the law and take advantage of the current Water Smarts Landscape rebate, which will DECREASE for nonfunctional grass projects at the end of this year.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The clock is ticking! AB356, the state law prohibiting use of Colorado River water to irrigate nonfunctional turf, takes effect in less than three years. Businesses, HOAs and multifamily properties need to replace grass with drip-irrigated plants and trees by Jan. 1, 2027. SNWA conservation expert Patrick Watson shares how SNWA can help property owners comply with the law and take advantage of the current Water Smarts Landscape rebate, which will DECREASE for nonfunctional grass projects at the end of this year.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-14642577 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:00:00 -0800 1271 AB356, AB 356, cash, for, grass, SNWA, rebate, nonfunctional, turf, remove, replace, upgrade, water, smart, landscape, HOA, Colorado, River, 4 49 full false REBATE RISING: Landscape rebate increased to $5 a sq ft for residential properties REBATE RISING: Landscape rebate increased to $5 a sq ft for residential properties It’s no secret the SNWA Water Smart Landscapes rebate helps property owners replace water-thirsty grass with drip-irrigated trees and plants. Now the cat’s out of the bag on the rebate’s increase to $5 per square foot. Learn how you can take advantage of this temporary increase from SNWA conservation expert Toby Bickmore on the Water Smarts Podcast, “REBATE RISING: Landscape rebate increased to $5 a sq ft for residential properties.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> It’s no secret the SNWA Water Smart Landscapes rebate helps property owners replace water-thirsty grass with drip-irrigated trees and plants. Now the cat’s out of the bag on the rebate’s increase to $5 per square foot. Learn how you can take advantage of this temporary increase from SNWA conservation expert Toby Bickmore on the Water Smarts Podcast, “REBATE RISING: Landscape rebate increased to $5 a sq ft for residential properties.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-14496029 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0800 1951 WSL, $5, rebate, cash, for, grass, turf, removal, incentive, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, Landscapes, landscape, replace, turf, five, dollars, 4 48 full false EMERGENCY RESPONSE: LVVWD responds to tropical storm damage in Kyle Canyon EMERGENCY RESPONSE: LVVWD responds to tropical storm damage in Kyle Canyon When Tropical Storm Hilary hit the Mount Charleston area, the resulting flood wiped away roads, downed power lines and washed out water mains. Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) crews were on the scene within hours of the storm assessing the damage and planning repairs to the badly damaged water system in the Kyle Canyon community. LVVWD’s Aaron Gamble and Tom Burns talk about the emergency response efforts that included helping the fire department ferry residents to safety on  the Water Smarts Podcast, “EMERGENCY RESPONSE: LVVWD responds to tropical storm damage in Kyle Canyon.” 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> When Tropical Storm Hilary hit the Mount Charleston area, the resulting flood wiped away roads, downed power lines and washed out water mains. Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) crews were on the scene within hours of the storm assessing the damage and planning repairs to the badly damaged water system in the Kyle Canyon community. LVVWD’s Aaron Gamble and Tom Burns talk about the emergency response efforts that included helping the fire department ferry residents to safety on  the Water Smarts Podcast, “EMERGENCY RESPONSE: LVVWD responds to tropical storm damage in Kyle Canyon.” 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-14355264 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0800 1560 Kyle, Canyon, Mount, Charleston, Tropical, Storm, Flood, LVVWD, Las Vegas, Valley, Water, District, emergency, response, repair, system, damage, rural, distribution, pipelines 4 47 full false SURVIVING SHORTAGE: Southern Nevada relies on conservation, future water augmentation SURVIVING SHORTAGE: Southern Nevada relies on conservation, future water augmentation As Southern Nevada enters its third year under federally-declared shortage conditions, the community is thriving and surviving despite the water cuts. Colby Pellegrino, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Resources, talks about Colorado River Basin conditions, negotiations around future water supplies, and how conservation is helping the community live under shortage conditions. Hear more on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> As Southern Nevada enters its third year under federally-declared shortage conditions, the community is thriving and surviving despite the water cuts. Colby Pellegrino, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Resources, talks about Colorado River Basin conditions, negotiations around future water supplies, and how conservation is helping the community live under shortage conditions. Hear more on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/ 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-14056686 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0800 2346 shortage, Colorado, River, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Colby, Pellegrino, conservation, drought, basin, conditions, future, supply, supplies, running, out of, resources, Las Vegas, 3 46 full false SPECIAL: "What About Water?" interview with SNWA's John Entsminger SPECIAL: "What About Water?" interview with SNWA's John Entsminger John Entsminger, Southern Nevada Water Authority general manager, recently joined Jeff Szabo, the CEO of the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA), for a lively discussion about East Coast vs. West Coast water issues. Serving 1.2 million people in New York, SCWA is one of the largest groundwater suppliers in the nation. While the sources of water for the two agencies differ, one thing is clear: conservation is key to ensuring the long-term economic and environmental sustainability of the communities served. Hear more on the What About Water? podcast, Drought – East vs West.

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> John Entsminger, Southern Nevada Water Authority general manager, recently joined Jeff Szabo, the CEO of the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA), for a lively discussion about East Coast vs. West Coast water issues. Serving 1.2 million people in New York, SCWA is one of the largest groundwater suppliers in the nation. While the sources of water for the two agencies differ, one thing is clear: conservation is key to ensuring the long-term economic and environmental sustainability of the communities served. Hear more on the What About Water? podcast, Drought – East vs West.

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-13922074 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0800 1832 3 45 full false SMART GROWTH: Water Investment Rating tool helps measure water, economic impact of new businesses SMART GROWTH: Water Investment Rating tool helps measure water, economic impact of new businesses Business leaders and the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) have collaborated on a Water Investment Rating tool to evaluate new businesses looking to locate in the community. The two-phase rating system relies on quantitative and qualitative calculations to determine the water footprint of new businesses and the benefit to the community. Dave Johnson, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Operations, shares insights into why the rating system was developed and how it’s being implemented in Southern Nevada on episode 44 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SMART GROWTH: Water Investment Rating tool helps measure water, economic impact of new businesses.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Business leaders and the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) have collaborated on a Water Investment Rating tool to evaluate new businesses looking to locate in the community. The two-phase rating system relies on quantitative and qualitative calculations to determine the water footprint of new businesses and the benefit to the community. Dave Johnson, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Operations, shares insights into why the rating system was developed and how it’s being implemented in Southern Nevada on episode 44 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SMART GROWTH: Water Investment Rating tool helps measure water, economic impact of new businesses.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-13845334 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0700 1480 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, LVVWD, Dave, Johnson, WIR, investment, rating, tool, new, business, growth, economic, sustainability, Las Vegas, measure, calculate, footprint 3 44 full false SHADY SMART: SNWA spreads shade with new tree bonus, urban forest initiative SHADY SMART: SNWA spreads shade with new tree bonus, urban forest initiative The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) has two new initiatives to encourage more tree plantings and expand the community’s urban forest. Zane Marshall, SNWA’s Director of Water Resources, shares details about how property owners can get a cash incentive of $100 per new tree planted as part of the Water Smart Landscapes Rebate. Marshall also talks about the long-term benefit of a robust urban forest on episode 43 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SHADY SMART: SNWA spreads shade with new tree bonus, urban forest initiative.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) has two new initiatives to encourage more tree plantings and expand the community’s urban forest. Zane Marshall, SNWA’s Director of Water Resources, shares details about how property owners can get a cash incentive of $100 per new tree planted as part of the Water Smart Landscapes Rebate. Marshall also talks about the long-term benefit of a robust urban forest on episode 43 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SHADY SMART: SNWA spreads shade with new tree bonus, urban forest initiative.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-13717918 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0700 1125 tree, trees, bonus, $100, rebate, incentive, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, WSL, landscape, landscapes, shade, urban, forest, heat, island, effect, canopy, shady 3 43 full false TECH TALK: Technology helps water utilities respond to challenges TECH TALK: Technology helps water utilities respond to challenges From finding leaks in 6,500 miles of buried pipeline to managing the complexities of regulatory compliance, technology is helping agencies like the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) solve the unique challenges facing the water industry. Dave Lynch, CEO of technology company Klir, and SNWA’s Deputy General Manager of Operations Dave Johnson talk tech and how the nonprofit WaterStart helps match innovators with water utilities looking for practical solutions on episode 42 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TECH TALK:  Technology helps water utilities respond to challenges.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> From finding leaks in 6,500 miles of buried pipeline to managing the complexities of regulatory compliance, technology is helping agencies like the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) solve the unique challenges facing the water industry. Dave Lynch, CEO of technology company Klir, and SNWA’s Deputy General Manager of Operations Dave Johnson talk tech and how the nonprofit WaterStart helps match innovators with water utilities looking for practical solutions on episode 42 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TECH TALK:  Technology helps water utilities respond to challenges.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-13621865 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0700 1866 Klir, water, technology, WaterStart, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Dave, Lynch, Johnson, innovation, utility, conservation, quality 3 42 full false REAL TIME RESULTS: LVVWD improves leak notifications to help customers quickly find & fix leaks REAL TIME RESULTS: LVVWD improves leak notifications to help customers quickly find & fix leaks Leaks inside and outside your home can cause devastating damage and significantly increase your water bill. The Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) has improved its leak notification system so that customers get notified within days of a potential problem and before a high water bill may arrive. We talk with Dennis Demera, LVVWD Customer Care & Field Services Manager, about the new system and how customers can ensure they’re notified quickly of potential leaks on their property.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Leaks inside and outside your home can cause devastating damage and significantly increase your water bill. The Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) has improved its leak notification system so that customers get notified within days of a potential problem and before a high water bill may arrive. We talk with Dennis Demera, LVVWD Customer Care & Field Services Manager, about the new system and how customers can ensure they’re notified quickly of potential leaks on their property.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-13484603 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0700 1249 leaks, find, leaking, pipe, high, water, bill, notifications, LVVWD, Las Vegas, Valley, District, how, to, conserve, save, stop, waste, 3 41 full false WHAT'S IN YOUR TAP WATER? WHAT'S IN YOUR TAP WATER? As summer heats up, we all drink more water. You can find out what’s in your tap water by reviewing your water agency’s Water Quality Report. Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about how to determine what’s in your drinking water and why it meets all state and federal standards on episode 40 of the  Water Smarts Podcast, “WHAT’S IN YOUR TAP WATER?”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> As summer heats up, we all drink more water. You can find out what’s in your tap water by reviewing your water agency’s Water Quality Report. Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about how to determine what’s in your drinking water and why it meets all state and federal standards on episode 40 of the  Water Smarts Podcast, “WHAT’S IN YOUR TAP WATER?”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-13195238 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0700 1139 tap, water, drinking, safe, contaminants, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, drink, what's, in, the, water, cloudy, hard, Las, Vegas 3 40 full false H2O HEROES: the Power of Water Smart Plumbers H2O HEROES: the Power of Water Smart Plumbers If you have a plumbing problem, do you know how to find a qualified professional to fix it? The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) takes the heavy lifting out of your search with its new Water Smart Plumbers program. Toby Bickmore with SNWA’s Conservation team explains the new online resource, what plumbers must do to qualify for the program, and how you can benefit from this new, free resource. Learn more on the Water Smarts Podcast, “H2O HEROES: The Power of Water Smart Plumbers.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> If you have a plumbing problem, do you know how to find a qualified professional to fix it? The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) takes the heavy lifting out of your search with its new Water Smart Plumbers program. Toby Bickmore with SNWA’s Conservation team explains the new online resource, what plumbers must do to qualify for the program, and how you can benefit from this new, free resource. Learn more on the Water Smarts Podcast, “H2O HEROES: The Power of Water Smart Plumbers.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-12913654 Wed, 24 May 2023 14:00:00 -0700 1666 plumber, leak, Water, Smart, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, conservation, hero, save, plumbing, leak, fix, how, to, free, service 3 39 full false Henderson parks go water smart Henderson parks go water smart City of Henderson (COH) is leading by example with its many water-saving projects. COH Municipal Forester Preston Goodman shares how replacing more than 2 million square feet of grass at 50 Henderson parks will save millions of gallons of water annually without impacting play areas. Find out how on the Water Smarts Podcast, “Henderson parks go water smart.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> City of Henderson (COH) is leading by example with its many water-saving projects. COH Municipal Forester Preston Goodman shares how replacing more than 2 million square feet of grass at 50 Henderson parks will save millions of gallons of water annually without impacting play areas. Find out how on the Water Smarts Podcast, “Henderson parks go water smart.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-12822674 Wed, 10 May 2023 08:00:00 -0700 990 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Preston, Goodman, Henderson, parks, grass, removal, athletic, fields, baseball, replace, turf, WSL, landscapes 3 38 full false HOAs & AB356: what your HOA should do to comply with state law prohibiting decorative grass HOAs & AB356: what your HOA should do to comply with state law prohibiting decorative grass There are more than 3,000 HOA communities in Southern Nevada, and all must be in compliance with a new Nevada law requiring decorative grass be replaced with water-smart options by the end of 2026. With HOA board turnover and multiple points of contact, how is the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) ensuring the HOAs are aware of and in compliance with the new law, which will save more than 5 billion gallons annually? Join SNWA’s Patrick Watson and Hillery Francis to learn how they’re reaching out to HOAs and why doggy bag stations just won’t make the grade when it comes water-smart landscape areas on the Water Smarts Podcast, “HOAS & AB356: What your HOA should do to comply with state law prohibiting decorative grass.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

HOAs can call 702-862-3740 for more information or to schedule a presentation to their boards.

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> There are more than 3,000 HOA communities in Southern Nevada, and all must be in compliance with a new Nevada law requiring decorative grass be replaced with water-smart options by the end of 2026. With HOA board turnover and multiple points of contact, how is the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) ensuring the HOAs are aware of and in compliance with the new law, which will save more than 5 billion gallons annually? Join SNWA’s Patrick Watson and Hillery Francis to learn how they’re reaching out to HOAs and why doggy bag stations just won’t make the grade when it comes water-smart landscape areas on the Water Smarts Podcast, “HOAS & AB356: What your HOA should do to comply with state law prohibiting decorative grass.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

HOAs can call 702-862-3740 for more information or to schedule a presentation to their boards.

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-12542169 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0700 1850 HOA, AB356, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, WSL, water, smart, landscapes, rebate, grass, decorative, shortage, Colorado, River, doggy, bag, stations, law, 3 37 full false SPEAKING FOR THE TREES: Star Nursery experts share tree tips for landscape upgrades SPEAKING FOR THE TREES: Star Nursery experts share tree tips for landscape upgrades Trees are an important part of our community and urban environment, especially as we face a hotter, drier future in Southern Nevada. To protect our water supply, many residents and business owners are replacing water-thirsty grass with water-smart landscapes, but the upgrade process can put trees in jeopardy. Star Nursery experts Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt talk about how to shield trees during a landscape conversion and best practices to keep the trees thriving after completing the upgrade on the Water Smarts Podcast, “SPEAKING FOR THE TREES: Star Nursery experts share tree tips for landscape upgrades.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Trees are an important part of our community and urban environment, especially as we face a hotter, drier future in Southern Nevada. To protect our water supply, many residents and business owners are replacing water-thirsty grass with water-smart landscapes, but the upgrade process can put trees in jeopardy. Star Nursery experts Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt talk about how to shield trees during a landscape conversion and best practices to keep the trees thriving after completing the upgrade on the Water Smarts Podcast, “SPEAKING FOR THE TREES: Star Nursery experts share tree tips for landscape upgrades.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-12386083 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0800 1850 SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, Star, Nursery, Dr., Q, Joey, Lynn, Watt, tree, trees, tips, landscape, conversion, upgrade, WSL, protect, protecting, rip, out, grass 3 36 full false AGGRESSIVE & PROGRESSIVE: New conservation measures to drive down water use AGGRESSIVE & PROGRESSIVE: New conservation measures to drive down water use Necessity is the mother of invention, and a 20-year megadrought is the driving force behind several new aggressive water conservation measures in Southern Nevada. Doug Bennett, SNWA Conservation Manager, and JC Davis, Director of Customer Care & Field Services for the Las Vegas Valley Water District, talk about how you might be impacted by the new conservation initiatives and what you can do to drive down your water use on the Water Smarts Podcast, “AGGRESSIVE & PROGRESSIVE: New conservation measures to drive down water use.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Necessity is the mother of invention, and a 20-year megadrought is the driving force behind several new aggressive water conservation measures in Southern Nevada. Doug Bennett, SNWA Conservation Manager, and JC Davis, Director of Customer Care & Field Services for the Las Vegas Valley Water District, talk about how you might be impacted by the new conservation initiatives and what you can do to drive down your water use on the Water Smarts Podcast, “AGGRESSIVE & PROGRESSIVE: New conservation measures to drive down water use.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-12253518 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0800 2866 conservation, golf, evaporative, cooling, fountains, water, use, GPCD, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, LVVWD, grass, pools, shortage, Colorado, River, Las Vegas 3 35 full false WHAT'S YOUR GRASS WORTH? New water rates encourage high water users to cut back WHAT'S YOUR GRASS WORTH? New water rates encourage high water users to cut back As Southern Nevada faces the second year of water reductions due to a federally-declared shortage on the Colorado River, water agencies are implementing new conservation measures and rate changes to drive down community water use. Water Smarts Podcast hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack discuss two water rate changes that could mean significant increases for some customers if they don’t reduce their water use. Learn about these new conservation-driven rates on the Water Smarts Podcast, “WHAT’S YOUR GRASS WORTH? New water rates encourage high water users to cut back.”

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> As Southern Nevada faces the second year of water reductions due to a federally-declared shortage on the Colorado River, water agencies are implementing new conservation measures and rate changes to drive down community water use. Water Smarts Podcast hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack discuss two water rate changes that could mean significant increases for some customers if they don’t reduce their water use. Learn about these new conservation-driven rates on the Water Smarts Podcast, “WHAT’S YOUR GRASS WORTH? New water rates encourage high water users to cut back.”

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-12024712 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0800 1639 water, costs, rates, fees, excessive use, tiers, thresholds, increase, Las Vegas, Valley, Water, District, LVVWD, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Authority, high, bill, conservation 3 34 full false We don't need x-ray glasses to find problem spots We don't need x-ray glasses to find problem spots If you change the brake pads or tires on your vehicle before they fail, you’re practicing good “asset management.” The Southern Nevada Water Authority asset management program helps keep the Las Vegas Valley water system in top condition and operating smoothly. Doa Ross, Deputy General Manager Engineering, and Ryan Benner, Engineering Asset Manager, talk about how they work to avoid major main breaks on the Las Vegas Strip and throughout the valley, and how innovative technologies like remotely operated vehicles help pinpoint system weaknesses before catastrophe strikes.

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> If you change the brake pads or tires on your vehicle before they fail, you’re practicing good “asset management.” The Southern Nevada Water Authority asset management program helps keep the Las Vegas Valley water system in top condition and operating smoothly. Doa Ross, Deputy General Manager Engineering, and Ryan Benner, Engineering Asset Manager, talk about how they work to avoid major main breaks on the Las Vegas Strip and throughout the valley, and how innovative technologies like remotely operated vehicles help pinpoint system weaknesses before catastrophe strikes.

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11776307 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0800 2281 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, asset, management, main, breaks, pipelines, Las, Vegas, Strip, innovative, technologies, ROV, echologics, catastrophe, water, quality 2 33 full false SPECIAL: City Cast Las Vegas Water Cop Ride Along SPECIAL: City Cast Las Vegas Water Cop Ride Along Water Smarts Podcast host Bronson Mack recently took City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler on a water waste ride along. The two talked turkey about how to spot and stop water waste with the help of LVVWD water waste investigator Cameron Donnarumma. In this special edition, we’re featuring the podcast produced and originally published by City Cast Las Vegas, titled “A Water Cop Ride Along.”  

You can find the City Cast Las Vegas podcasts at https://pod.link/citycastlasvegas or on your favorite podcast app. Follow them on Twitter @CityCastVegas. 

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Water Smarts Podcast host Bronson Mack recently took City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler on a water waste ride along. The two talked turkey about how to spot and stop water waste with the help of LVVWD water waste investigator Cameron Donnarumma. In this special edition, we’re featuring the podcast produced and originally published by City Cast Las Vegas, titled “A Water Cop Ride Along.”  

You can find the City Cast Las Vegas podcasts at https://pod.link/citycastlasvegas or on your favorite podcast app. Follow them on Twitter @CityCastVegas. 

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11648138 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0800 1430 City, Cast, Las Vegas, SNWA, Water, Waste, Figler, Mack, Donnarumma, irrigation, conservation, conserve, Southern Nevada, Water, Authority, 2 32 full false TOP OF THE CLASS: Why the school district is leaning in strong on water conservation TOP OF THE CLASS: Why the school district is leaning in strong on water conservation The Clark County School District (CCSD) is leading the way with its water-smart projects, including converting 24 athletic fields to synthetic turf and replacing grass with water-smart landscaping at 195 schools. Combined, these projects save nearly 400 million gallons of water each year. Hear how these projects will impact valley schools and how CCSD is leaning in strong on water conservation. Mark Campbell, CCSD Director of Sustainability, Energy & Environmental Services, and JC Davis, SNWA Enterprise Conservation Manager, share their insights on episode 31 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TOP OF THE CLASS: Why the school district is leaning in strong on water conservation.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The Clark County School District (CCSD) is leading the way with its water-smart projects, including converting 24 athletic fields to synthetic turf and replacing grass with water-smart landscaping at 195 schools. Combined, these projects save nearly 400 million gallons of water each year. Hear how these projects will impact valley schools and how CCSD is leaning in strong on water conservation. Mark Campbell, CCSD Director of Sustainability, Energy & Environmental Services, and JC Davis, SNWA Enterprise Conservation Manager, share their insights on episode 31 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “TOP OF THE CLASS: Why the school district is leaning in strong on water conservation.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11515162 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0700 1741 CCSD, Clark, County, School, District, grass, water, smart, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA, conservation, drought, 2 31 full false Tapping the truth on Colorado River shortage and its impacts to Nevada Tapping the truth on Colorado River shortage and its impacts to Nevada How will additional water cuts under tier 2 shortage conditions impact Southern Nevada’s water supply next year? Why can’t we just cut off the water to other Colorado River users? How can our community continue to grow and thrive with its limited water supply? And, just who does use the most water in Southern Nevada? Colby Pellegrino, the SNWA Deputy General Manager of Water Resources, taps the truth on shortage, new development, and other Colorado River water users on episode 30 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “Tapping the truth on Colorado River shortage and its impacts to Nevada.” 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> How will additional water cuts under tier 2 shortage conditions impact Southern Nevada’s water supply next year? Why can’t we just cut off the water to other Colorado River users? How can our community continue to grow and thrive with its limited water supply? And, just who does use the most water in Southern Nevada? Colby Pellegrino, the SNWA Deputy General Manager of Water Resources, taps the truth on shortage, new development, and other Colorado River water users on episode 30 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “Tapping the truth on Colorado River shortage and its impacts to Nevada.” 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11347056 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0700 2320 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Colorado, River, shortage, conservation, Colby, Pellegrino, drought, reductions, Lake, Mead, climate, change 2 30 full false GET REAL: Campaigns that make you laugh, gasp and turn down your watering clock GET REAL: Campaigns that make you laugh, gasp and turn down your watering clock From a well-placed kick by “Mrs. Nuttington” to the body-checks by former Vegas Golden Knights hockey player Ryan Reaves, the public outreach campaigns by the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and its ad agency have made people laugh, gasp and save water. SNWA’s Beth Moore gives the scoop on how these successful campaigns are created and the challenge of reaching the entire Las Vegas Valley on a limited budget. She also dishes fun, behind-the-scenes details about some of the more popular ads on episode 29 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “GET REAL: Campaigns that make you laugh, gasp and turn down your watering clock.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> From a well-placed kick by “Mrs. Nuttington” to the body-checks by former Vegas Golden Knights hockey player Ryan Reaves, the public outreach campaigns by the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and its ad agency have made people laugh, gasp and save water. SNWA’s Beth Moore gives the scoop on how these successful campaigns are created and the challenge of reaching the entire Las Vegas Valley on a limited budget. She also dishes fun, behind-the-scenes details about some of the more popular ads on episode 29 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “GET REAL: Campaigns that make you laugh, gasp and turn down your watering clock.”

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11284942 Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0700 1988 Ryan, Reaves, Las, Vegas, Golden, Knights, SNWA, ads, award, winning, Nuttington, Mo, Irvin, water, waste, Get, Real, water, conservation, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, Bronson, Mack, Crystal, Zuelke 2 29 full false SPECIAL: Hey Hey Ho Ho, Your Ornamental Grass Has To Go SPECIAL: Hey Hey Ho Ho, Your Ornamental Grass Has To Go In this special Water Smarts Podcast, we feature an interview by Dayvid Figler of the City Cast Las Vegas Podcast with JC Davis, Enterprise Conservation Manager at the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA). Dayvid and JC talk about a new law, AB356, that was passed last year in response to our ever-worsening drought. The law will prohibit use of Colorado River water to irrigate decorative grass at businesses by the end of 2026.  JC breaks down what the new law mandates, the difference between “functional” and “nonfunctional turf,” and why this law is so important. 

You can find the City Cast Las Vegas podcasts at https://pod.link/citycastlasvegas or on your favorite podcast app. Follow them on Twitter @CityCastVegas. 

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> In this special Water Smarts Podcast, we feature an interview by Dayvid Figler of the City Cast Las Vegas Podcast with JC Davis, Enterprise Conservation Manager at the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA). Dayvid and JC talk about a new law, AB356, that was passed last year in response to our ever-worsening drought. The law will prohibit use of Colorado River water to irrigate decorative grass at businesses by the end of 2026.  JC breaks down what the new law mandates, the difference between “functional” and “nonfunctional turf,” and why this law is so important. 

You can find the City Cast Las Vegas podcasts at https://pod.link/citycastlasvegas or on your favorite podcast app. Follow them on Twitter @CityCastVegas. 

Water Smarts Podcast Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11189167 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0700 1308 AB356, turf, removal, law, City, Cast, Las Vegas, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, water, smarts, landscapes, grass, conserve, conservation, save, Dayvid, Figler, 2 28 full false EXECUTIVE ROUND TABLE: Colorado River shortages and impacts to Southern Nevada EXECUTIVE ROUND TABLE: Colorado River shortages and impacts to Southern Nevada A permanent aridification of the Colorado River due to climate change means those sharing the river also will have to share the pain of shortage reductions as less water flows from the Colorado River into lakes Powell and Mead. Southern Nevada relies on the river for 90 percent of its water supply yet is uniquely positioned to weather the reductions due to investments in infrastructure and the success of its conservation efforts. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) Executive Team discusses current conditions, expected shortages and how the community can continue to grow despite the dire conditions facing the Colorado River. Featured guests include General Manager John Entsminger, Deputy General Managers Colby Pellegrino and Dave Johnson, and Legal Counsel Greg Walch.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> A permanent aridification of the Colorado River due to climate change means those sharing the river also will have to share the pain of shortage reductions as less water flows from the Colorado River into lakes Powell and Mead. Southern Nevada relies on the river for 90 percent of its water supply yet is uniquely positioned to weather the reductions due to investments in infrastructure and the success of its conservation efforts. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) Executive Team discusses current conditions, expected shortages and how the community can continue to grow despite the dire conditions facing the Colorado River. Featured guests include General Manager John Entsminger, Deputy General Managers Colby Pellegrino and Dave Johnson, and Legal Counsel Greg Walch.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-11031260 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0700 2125 shortage, Colorado, River, drought, Lake, Mead, Powell, aridification, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, reduction, conservation, Las, Vegas, 2 27 full false HOT! HOT! HOT! Water-smart tips to help your landscape survive the summer HOT! HOT! HOT! Water-smart tips to help your landscape survive the summer Lake Mead’s water levels are at historic lows and the Colorado River is suffering from a decades-long megadrought, resulting in federal shortage declarations that have reduced Southern Nevada’s water supply. Since residential landscape irrigation consumes much of the Las Vegas Valley’s water, watering smart has never been more important. Doug Bennett, the Conservation Manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority, shares tips to help residents set their irrigation systems so that their landscapes survive and thrive during our harsh desert summer on episode 26 of Water Smarts Podcast, “HOT! HOT! HOT! Water-smart tips to help your landscape survive the summer.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Lake Mead’s water levels are at historic lows and the Colorado River is suffering from a decades-long megadrought, resulting in federal shortage declarations that have reduced Southern Nevada’s water supply. Since residential landscape irrigation consumes much of the Las Vegas Valley’s water, watering smart has never been more important. Doug Bennett, the Conservation Manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority, shares tips to help residents set their irrigation systems so that their landscapes survive and thrive during our harsh desert summer on episode 26 of Water Smarts Podcast, “HOT! HOT! HOT! Water-smart tips to help your landscape survive the summer.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-10944323 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0700 1468 drought, irrigation, drip, sprinkler, watering, tips, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Colorado, River, desert, plants, landscape 2 26 full false Yes, you can drink the tap water! Yes, you can drink the tap water! How do you know your tap water is safe to drink? Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares how she and her team test and monitor our drinking water to ensure high-quality water is delivered to your home or business every day. Hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack talk water quality and how you can find out what’s in our water on episode 25 of Water Smarts Podcast, “Yes, you can drink the tap water.” 

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> How do you know your tap water is safe to drink? Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares how she and her team test and monitor our drinking water to ensure high-quality water is delivered to your home or business every day. Hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack talk water quality and how you can find out what’s in our water on episode 25 of Water Smarts Podcast, “Yes, you can drink the tap water.” 

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-10633874 Tue, 17 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700 1740 water, quality, testing, treatment, Lake, Mead, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, drinking, tap, contaminants, lead, arsenic, LVVWD, Las Vegas, Safe, Drinking, Act, SDWA, environmental, protection 2 25 full false AH HA! How the pandemic led to new insights for wastewater surveillance AH HA! How the pandemic led to new insights for wastewater surveillance Scientists have been using sewage to track COVID-19 in the community throughout the pandemic and even now as the virus enters the endemic stage. Using wastewater surveillance helps scientists determine the prevalence of the virus and what variants are present in the Las Vegas Valley. We talk with Dr. Dan Gerrity, Principal Research Laboratory Scientist for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), and Dr. Edwin Oh, UNLV Associate Professor of Neurogenetics and Precision Medicine Lab, about how their wastewater surveillance research helped health professionals and elected officials during the COVID-19 pandemic. The two researchers share their “Ah Ha!” moments and the future of wastewater surveillance on episode 24 of Water Smarts Podcast, “AH HA! How the pandemic led to new insights for wastewater surveillance.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
https://empower.unlv.edu/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Scientists have been using sewage to track COVID-19 in the community throughout the pandemic and even now as the virus enters the endemic stage. Using wastewater surveillance helps scientists determine the prevalence of the virus and what variants are present in the Las Vegas Valley. We talk with Dr. Dan Gerrity, Principal Research Laboratory Scientist for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), and Dr. Edwin Oh, UNLV Associate Professor of Neurogenetics and Precision Medicine Lab, about how their wastewater surveillance research helped health professionals and elected officials during the COVID-19 pandemic. The two researchers share their “Ah Ha!” moments and the future of wastewater surveillance on episode 24 of Water Smarts Podcast, “AH HA! How the pandemic led to new insights for wastewater surveillance.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/
https://empower.unlv.edu/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-10506941 Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0700 2113 COVID-19, coronavirus, wastewater, surveillance, epidemiology, southern, Nevada, water, authority, pandemic, tracking, virus, quality, Oh, Gerrity 2 24 full false SPRING ALIVE! Garden and landscape tips from Star Nursery's Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt SPRING ALIVE! Garden and landscape tips from Star Nursery's Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt Spring is the season for renewal the time when many of us get our hands dirty and spruce up our yards. We talk with Star Nursery experts Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt about how to irrigate, prune, fertilize and get rid of garden pests on episode 23 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SPRING ALIVE! Garden and landscape tips from Star Nursery’s Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt.” 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Spring is the season for renewal the time when many of us get our hands dirty and spruce up our yards. We talk with Star Nursery experts Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt about how to irrigate, prune, fertilize and get rid of garden pests on episode 23 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “SPRING ALIVE! Garden and landscape tips from Star Nursery’s Dr. Q and Joey Lynn Watt.” 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-10356486 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0700 2179 Star, Nursery, landscape, tips, spring, garden, gardening, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, gardening, irrigation, conservation 2 23 full false Southern Nevada is planning for a warmer, drier future Southern Nevada is planning for a warmer, drier future The permanent aridification of the Colorado River—the source of 90 percent of Southern Nevada’s water supply—means much less water will flow into Lake Mead in the future. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) recently updated its Water Resource Plan to address aridification and other major impacts to the Las Vegas Valley water supply.   We talk with Zane Marshall, SNWA Director of Water Resources, about what this means for Southern Nevada and how everyone in the community can help protect our water supply on episode 22 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “Southern Nevada is planning for a warmer, drier future.” 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The permanent aridification of the Colorado River—the source of 90 percent of Southern Nevada’s water supply—means much less water will flow into Lake Mead in the future. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) recently updated its Water Resource Plan to address aridification and other major impacts to the Las Vegas Valley water supply.   We talk with Zane Marshall, SNWA Director of Water Resources, about what this means for Southern Nevada and how everyone in the community can help protect our water supply on episode 22 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “Southern Nevada is planning for a warmer, drier future.” 

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-10221938 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0800 2147 aridification, Colorado, River, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Las Vegas, drought, Lake, Mead, shortage, supply, 2 22 full false HERBA NON GRATA: Groundbreaking law requires businesses replace decorative grass HERBA NON GRATA: Groundbreaking law requires businesses replace decorative grass Shortage conditions on the Colorado River have reduced Southern Nevada’s water supply by about 7 billion gallons. While homeowners have worked hard to conserve water and remove water-thirsty grass, the business community is lagging behind in this effort. We talk with JC Davis, Enterprise Conservation Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, about a new law requiring businesses, HOAs and multifamily properties to stop irrigating nonfunctional turf with Colorado River water by the end of 2026.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/


https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Shortage conditions on the Colorado River have reduced Southern Nevada’s water supply by about 7 billion gallons. While homeowners have worked hard to conserve water and remove water-thirsty grass, the business community is lagging behind in this effort. We talk with JC Davis, Enterprise Conservation Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, about a new law requiring businesses, HOAs and multifamily properties to stop irrigating nonfunctional turf with Colorado River water by the end of 2026.

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/


https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-10050786 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0800 1709 Colorado, River, shortage, grass, law, turf, removal, SNWA, water, southern, nevada, authority, business, HOA, apartments, condominiums, AB356, WSL, smart, landscapes 2 21 full false FROM LAKE TO TAP: Delivering Water Through a World-Class System FROM LAKE TO TAP: Delivering Water Through a World-Class System Southern Nevada’s water system operates 24 hours a day, every day treating and delivering water that is pumped through nearly 4,000 feet of elevation changes in order to serve more than 2 million people in the Las Vegas Valley. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) pulls water from deep below Lake Mead, treats it, and pumps it to the member agencies, which then deliver it to homes and businesses. Join our hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke as they talk with Ken Albright, Director of Operations, and find out why you can count on water coming out of your tap on episode 20 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “From Lake to Tap: Delivering Water Through a World-Class System.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada’s water system operates 24 hours a day, every day treating and delivering water that is pumped through nearly 4,000 feet of elevation changes in order to serve more than 2 million people in the Las Vegas Valley. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) pulls water from deep below Lake Mead, treats it, and pumps it to the member agencies, which then deliver it to homes and businesses. Join our hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke as they talk with Ken Albright, Director of Operations, and find out why you can count on water coming out of your tap on episode 20 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “From Lake to Tap: Delivering Water Through a World-Class System.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

https://www.snwa.com/

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9963382 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0800 1541 water, conservation, conserve, southern, nevada, authority, utility, tap, drinking, leaks, pipeline, backflow, SCADA, Las, Vegas, how, it, works 2 20 full false DOWN THE DRAIN AND BACK AGAIN: Wastewater plays important role in Southern Nevada’s water cycle DOWN THE DRAIN AND BACK AGAIN: Wastewater plays important role in Southern Nevada’s water cycle Southern Nevada recycles 100% of the water it uses indoors—extending our limited water supply. For every gallon treated and returned to Lake Mead, we can pull another gallon out of the lake. Kim Adler, Assistant Manager at the Clark County Water Reclamation District, talks about how the “unseen utility” plays a high-profile role in treating and reusing Colorado River water in the valley and provides tips for holiday cooking cleanup on episode 19 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “Down the drain and back again.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

snwa.com

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada recycles 100% of the water it uses indoors—extending our limited water supply. For every gallon treated and returned to Lake Mead, we can pull another gallon out of the lake. Kim Adler, Assistant Manager at the Clark County Water Reclamation District, talks about how the “unseen utility” plays a high-profile role in treating and reusing Colorado River water in the valley and provides tips for holiday cooking cleanup on episode 19 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “Down the drain and back again.”

Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

snwa.com

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9565248 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0800 1557 holiday, cooking, oil, wipes, flushable, wastewater, sewer, pipes, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, CCWRD, toilet, clogs, return, flow, credits 1 19 full false TREES FOR TOMORROW: Protecting Las Vegas' urban forest TREES FOR TOMORROW: Protecting Las Vegas' urban forest Las Vegas is the fastest warming city in the United States and as temperatures rise, the city’s urban forest of plants and trees will need to weather hotter, drier conditions. Doug Bennett, Conservation Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), discusses how we can protect our tree canopy and plan for tree succession to help protect the valley’s urban forest, which is essential to helping reduce urban heat island impacts. Hear more on the Water Smarts Podcast, “Trees for Tomorrow—Protecting Las Vegas’ urban forest.”

Hosts:   Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

snwa.com

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Las Vegas is the fastest warming city in the United States and as temperatures rise, the city’s urban forest of plants and trees will need to weather hotter, drier conditions. Doug Bennett, Conservation Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), discusses how we can protect our tree canopy and plan for tree succession to help protect the valley’s urban forest, which is essential to helping reduce urban heat island impacts. Hear more on the Water Smarts Podcast, “Trees for Tomorrow—Protecting Las Vegas’ urban forest.”

Hosts:   Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke

snwa.com

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9486661 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0700 2027 urban, heat, island, climate, change, trees, forest, Las Vegas, SNWA, conservation, plant, list, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, 1 18 full false Clark County is ALL IN on building a resilient, sustainable community Clark County is ALL IN on building a resilient, sustainable community Clark County is developing its first sustainability and climate action plan. The All-In Clark County plan focuses on enhancing quality of life, protecting our natural resources and diversifying our economy. Las Vegas is the fastest warming city in the nation, and the impacts of climate change are threatening our water and energy resources and creating other challenges for Southern Nevada. Marci Henson, Clark County’s Director of Environment and Sustainability, discusses the challenges posed by climate change and how the county is preparing on the Water Smarts Podcast, “Clark County is ALL-IN on building a resilient, sustainable community.” 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Clark County is developing its first sustainability and climate action plan. The All-In Clark County plan focuses on enhancing quality of life, protecting our natural resources and diversifying our economy. Las Vegas is the fastest warming city in the nation, and the impacts of climate change are threatening our water and energy resources and creating other challenges for Southern Nevada. Marci Henson, Clark County’s Director of Environment and Sustainability, discusses the challenges posed by climate change and how the county is preparing on the Water Smarts Podcast, “Clark County is ALL-IN on building a resilient, sustainable community.” 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9327876 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0700 2087 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, Clark, County, Marci, Henson, sustainability, climate, change, drought, response, conservation, SNWA, conserve, hot, Las Vegas, 1 17 full false Warm Springs Natural Area: Playing a role in our water resource story and history Warm Springs Natural Area: Playing a role in our water resource story and history Located an hour north of Las Vegas, the Warm Springs Natural Area (WSNA) is an oasis in the Mojave Desert that has provided shelter to people and wildlife for centuries. The site has more than two dozen springs that feed into the Muddy River, which flows into Lake Mead. The WSNA is home to 28 endangered, threatened and sensitive species, including the Moapa dace which are found nowhere else in the world but in the WSNA’s warm, spring-fed waters. Zane Marshall, the director of Water Resources for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about why the springs are an important part of Southern Nevada’s watershed, what SNWA is doing to protect the area, and how biologists protect the tiny Moapa dace to ensure their population health on episode 16 of the Water Smarts Podcast.  

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Located an hour north of Las Vegas, the Warm Springs Natural Area (WSNA) is an oasis in the Mojave Desert that has provided shelter to people and wildlife for centuries. The site has more than two dozen springs that feed into the Muddy River, which flows into Lake Mead. The WSNA is home to 28 endangered, threatened and sensitive species, including the Moapa dace which are found nowhere else in the world but in the WSNA’s warm, spring-fed waters. Zane Marshall, the director of Water Resources for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), talks about why the springs are an important part of Southern Nevada’s watershed, what SNWA is doing to protect the area, and how biologists protect the tiny Moapa dace to ensure their population health on episode 16 of the Water Smarts Podcast.  

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9234612 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0700 1924 Warm, Springs, Natural, Area, WSNA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, SNWA, Moapa, dace, ESA, threatened, species, environment, trails, Las Vegas, endangered, 1 16 full false BUSINESS FACELIFT: Older properties get a refresh through the Water Smart Landscapes rebate BUSINESS FACELIFT: Older properties get a refresh through the Water Smart Landscapes rebate Replacing old, splotchy grass at mature properties can provide a facelift and improve customers’ first impression of a business, according to Katherine Harper, a property manager for Gatski Commercial Real Estate. Harper talks about how grass wastes water and money in addition to making a property look old and tired. She has helped several of her clients refresh their properties by upgrading their landscapes to an attractive water-smart alternative. Not only have her clients improved the aesthetics of their properties, but they also are realizing cost savings from lower water bills and landscape maintenance costs. Doug Bennett, the Conservation Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), joins the conversation to explain how the Water Smart Landscapes rebate can help pay for most, if not all, of the conversion projects on episode 15 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “BUSINESS FACELIFT: Older properties get a refresh through the Water Smart Landscapes rebate.”

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Replacing old, splotchy grass at mature properties can provide a facelift and improve customers’ first impression of a business, according to Katherine Harper, a property manager for Gatski Commercial Real Estate. Harper talks about how grass wastes water and money in addition to making a property look old and tired. She has helped several of her clients refresh their properties by upgrading their landscapes to an attractive water-smart alternative. Not only have her clients improved the aesthetics of their properties, but they also are realizing cost savings from lower water bills and landscape maintenance costs. Doug Bennett, the Conservation Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), joins the conversation to explain how the Water Smart Landscapes rebate can help pay for most, if not all, of the conversion projects on episode 15 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “BUSINESS FACELIFT: Older properties get a refresh through the Water Smart Landscapes rebate.”

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9152645 Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0700 1861 business, water, smart, landscapes, rebate, AB356, Southern, Nevada, Authority, SNWA, Kathryh, Harper, Gatski, Real, Estate, conservation, grass, WSL, 1 15 full false Nevada responds to first ever federally-declared shortage on the Colorado River Nevada responds to first ever federally-declared shortage on the Colorado River Climate change-fueled drought conditions have led the federal government to issue a water shortage declaration on the Colorado River, a move that will reduce the amount of water Southern Nevada will be allowed to withdraw from Lake Mead beginning in January 2022. Combined with existing water reductions outlined in the Drought Contingency Plan, the declared shortage will cut Southern Nevada’s annual water allocation by nearly 7 billion gallons of water next year – enough to serve more than 40,000 Las Vegas Valley households for a year. Colby Pellegrino, Deputy General Manager of Resources for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, joins the Water Smarts Podcast on episode 14 to discuss how Nevada is responding to the first ever federally-declared shortage on the Colorado River.

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Climate change-fueled drought conditions have led the federal government to issue a water shortage declaration on the Colorado River, a move that will reduce the amount of water Southern Nevada will be allowed to withdraw from Lake Mead beginning in January 2022. Combined with existing water reductions outlined in the Drought Contingency Plan, the declared shortage will cut Southern Nevada’s annual water allocation by nearly 7 billion gallons of water next year – enough to serve more than 40,000 Las Vegas Valley households for a year. Colby Pellegrino, Deputy General Manager of Resources for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, joins the Water Smarts Podcast on episode 14 to discuss how Nevada is responding to the first ever federally-declared shortage on the Colorado River.

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-9039456 Mon, 16 Aug 2021 15:00:00 -0700 2317 shortage, Colorado, River, Nevada, allocation, water, cuts, BOR, smart, federally, declared, Colby, Pellegrino, SNWA, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, conservation, conserve, Las Vegas, Henderson, North, Boulder City 1 14 full false From trees to housing -- City of Las Vegas plans for a sustainable future From trees to housing -- City of Las Vegas plans for a sustainable future The City of Las Vegas is world renowned as the Entertainment Capital of the World, but did you know it also is leading the way in creating a sustainable future through its Master Plan 2050? Las Vegas planning expert Marco Velotta joins hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke to talk about how Las Vegas is addressing water, energy and climate change issues and ensuring that the city continues to thrive well into the future on episode 13 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “From trees to housing – City of Las Vegas plans for a sustainable future.”

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The City of Las Vegas is world renowned as the Entertainment Capital of the World, but did you know it also is leading the way in creating a sustainable future through its Master Plan 2050? Las Vegas planning expert Marco Velotta joins hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke to talk about how Las Vegas is addressing water, energy and climate change issues and ensuring that the city continues to thrive well into the future on episode 13 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “From trees to housing – City of Las Vegas plans for a sustainable future.”

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-8998821 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0700 1894 Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority, Las Vegas, sustainability, sustainable, urban, heat, island, effect, solar, energy, conservation, conserve, city, trees, shade, Marco, Velotta, 1 13 full false GET OFF YOUR GRASS! New law aims to replace decorative grass in Southern Nevada by 2026 GET OFF YOUR GRASS! New law aims to replace decorative grass in Southern Nevada by 2026 The Nevada Governor recently signed into law Assembly Bill 356 (AB356), which prohibits the use of Colorado River water to irrigate decorative, useless grass in streetscapes, medians, parking lots and other areas where it is used for nonrecreational purposes by the end of 2026.

The law helps the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) advance its conservation goals by essentially requiring this grass to be replaced with water-smart landscapes. SNWA Deputy General Manager of Resources Colby Pellegrino joins the Water Smarts podcast to explain how the new law will help protect 10 percent of Southern Nevada’s Colorado River supply and what properties are targeted. Nevada State Assemblyman Howard Watts and Nevada State Senator Fabian Donate talk about why this new law had broad, bipartisan support and what it means for Nevada on this episode of the Water Smarts podcast. 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The Nevada Governor recently signed into law Assembly Bill 356 (AB356), which prohibits the use of Colorado River water to irrigate decorative, useless grass in streetscapes, medians, parking lots and other areas where it is used for nonrecreational purposes by the end of 2026.

The law helps the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) advance its conservation goals by essentially requiring this grass to be replaced with water-smart landscapes. SNWA Deputy General Manager of Resources Colby Pellegrino joins the Water Smarts podcast to explain how the new law will help protect 10 percent of Southern Nevada’s Colorado River supply and what properties are targeted. Nevada State Assemblyman Howard Watts and Nevada State Senator Fabian Donate talk about why this new law had broad, bipartisan support and what it means for Nevada on this episode of the Water Smarts podcast. 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-8905957 Thu, 22 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0700 2572 AB356, Colorado, River, SNWA, law, prohibit, grass, remove, shortage, water, conservation, Southern, Nevada, Water, Authority 1 12 full false WaterStart -- Finding innovative solutions to water industry challenges WaterStart -- Finding innovative solutions to water industry challenges WaterStart serves as an innovation hub that brings water utilities and innovators together to test new technologies. From measuring arsenic in groundwater in real-time to finding leaks in the Las Vegas Valley Water District’s 6,500 miles of buried pipes, WaterStart innovators are helping the water industry use technology to solve the nagging challenges that keep utility staff up at night. SNWA Deputy General Manager of Operations Dave Johnson and WaterStart Executive Director Nate Allen share success stories and how WaterStart is supporting the testing and implementation of new technologies on episode 11 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “WaterStart – Finding innovative solutions to water industry challenges.” 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> WaterStart serves as an innovation hub that brings water utilities and innovators together to test new technologies. From measuring arsenic in groundwater in real-time to finding leaks in the Las Vegas Valley Water District’s 6,500 miles of buried pipes, WaterStart innovators are helping the water industry use technology to solve the nagging challenges that keep utility staff up at night. SNWA Deputy General Manager of Operations Dave Johnson and WaterStart Executive Director Nate Allen share success stories and how WaterStart is supporting the testing and implementation of new technologies on episode 11 of the Water Smarts Podcast, “WaterStart – Finding innovative solutions to water industry challenges.” 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-8668370 Tue, 08 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0700 2334 technology, innovation, water, utility, conservation, pipeline, infrastructure, WaterStart, conserve, resources, leaks, pipes, 1 11 full false On the Horizon Lateral – Pipeline project increases water system reliability, creates jobs On the Horizon Lateral – Pipeline project increases water system reliability, creates jobs Currently, 40 percent of the Las Vegas Valley gets its water through the South Valley Lateral (SVL) transmission system. While the rest of Southern Nevada’s water transmission laterals have redundant facilities to ensure water delivery in the event of an emergency, the SVL is a single-feed system. In 2017, a leak in the pipeline required the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) to coordinate major repairs with the City of Henderson and Las Vegas Valley Water District to keep water flowing to customers. The SNWA is constructing the Horizon Lateral to work in tandem with the SVL to provide system redundancy and increase reliability to the south part of the valley. Doa Ross, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Engineering, and Adriana Ventimiglia, Senior Program Engineer, talk about the planning and construction of this massive infrastructure project and its impacts on the economy and jobs in Southern Nevada. 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Currently, 40 percent of the Las Vegas Valley gets its water through the South Valley Lateral (SVL) transmission system. While the rest of Southern Nevada’s water transmission laterals have redundant facilities to ensure water delivery in the event of an emergency, the SVL is a single-feed system. In 2017, a leak in the pipeline required the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) to coordinate major repairs with the City of Henderson and Las Vegas Valley Water District to keep water flowing to customers. The SNWA is constructing the Horizon Lateral to work in tandem with the SVL to provide system redundancy and increase reliability to the south part of the valley. Doa Ross, SNWA Deputy General Manager of Engineering, and Adriana Ventimiglia, Senior Program Engineer, talk about the planning and construction of this massive infrastructure project and its impacts on the economy and jobs in Southern Nevada. 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-8552638 Wed, 19 May 2021 16:00:00 -0700 1983 construction, jobs, infrastructure, Horizon Lateral, pipeline, Las Vegas, Henderson, water, supply, large, pipe 1 10 full false Making conservation easy - for businesses Making conservation easy - for businesses Show Summary:
There are more than 5,000 acres of useless grass in Southern Nevada that only gets used when someone runs a lawn mower over it. And while residential property owners have stepped up and removed grass from their yards through the Water Smarts Landscapes rebate, the majority of remaining non-functional turf is on commercial and HOA properties, medians, and streetscapes. Patrick Watson, Conservation Programs Administrator with the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), discusses why and how businesses, HOAs and multi-family properties can increase their conservation efforts through the SNWA’s cash incentives and programs. City of Henderson Conservation and Customer Care Supervisor Tina Chen also provides details about added financial incentives for business properties in Henderson.

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Show Summary:
There are more than 5,000 acres of useless grass in Southern Nevada that only gets used when someone runs a lawn mower over it. And while residential property owners have stepped up and removed grass from their yards through the Water Smarts Landscapes rebate, the majority of remaining non-functional turf is on commercial and HOA properties, medians, and streetscapes. Patrick Watson, Conservation Programs Administrator with the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), discusses why and how businesses, HOAs and multi-family properties can increase their conservation efforts through the SNWA’s cash incentives and programs. City of Henderson Conservation and Customer Care Supervisor Tina Chen also provides details about added financial incentives for business properties in Henderson.

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-8362602 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0700 2279 water, conservation, conserve, southern, nevada, authority, utility, tap, drinking, sustainability, 1 9 full false Making conservation easy - for residents Making conservation easy - for residents Conservation is one of the most important actions Southern Nevadans can take to protect our limited water supply – particularly as we continue to weather a severe drought in the Colorado River basin. Toby Bickmore, Conservation Programs Administrator with the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares watering tips and how to get cash incentives for saving water in the Las Vegas Valley. 

 

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Conservation is one of the most important actions Southern Nevadans can take to protect our limited water supply – particularly as we continue to weather a severe drought in the Colorado River basin. Toby Bickmore, Conservation Programs Administrator with the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares watering tips and how to get cash incentives for saving water in the Las Vegas Valley. 

 

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-8243969 Wed, 31 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0700 2230 water, conservation, conserve, southern, nevada, authority, utility, tap, drinking, sustainability, 1 8 full false Poops don't lie - tracking a pandemic using wastewater Poops don't lie - tracking a pandemic using wastewater Every time Southern Nevadans flush the toilet, they’re helping scientists at the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWSA) and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas study the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community. SNWA researchers Dan Gerrity and Katerina Papp talk about how they ensure the coronavirus is not in our drinking water supply, and how they can track a pandemic using raw sewage samples and wastewater surveillance on episode 7 of the Water Smarts podcast: “Poops don’t lie – Tracking a pandemic using wastewater.”  As our community recovers from the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, SNWA’s wastewater epidemiology studies can help serve as an early warning system for future virus outbreaks and other community health issues.

According to Dan and Katerina:

  • When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in early 2020, SNWA scientists worked fast to ensure the virus was not in our community’s drinking water, treated wastewater or source water—It wasn’t! They also began studying raw sewage to measure the concentration of the virus in the community.

  • Wastewater epidemiology has been around for a few years, but it is an emerging field of study in tracking pandemics. Countries have tracked the prevalence of opioid use in a community, for example, using wastewater surveillance.

  • As the pandemic recedes, wastewater surveillance can be used as a type of “early warning” system for future virus outbreaks. The research method also can determine the prevalence of influenza, illicit drugs and other public health issues that may be impacting a community. 

Recommended resources:

 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Every time Southern Nevadans flush the toilet, they’re helping scientists at the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWSA) and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas study the prevalence of COVID-19 in the community. SNWA researchers Dan Gerrity and Katerina Papp talk about how they ensure the coronavirus is not in our drinking water supply, and how they can track a pandemic using raw sewage samples and wastewater surveillance on episode 7 of the Water Smarts podcast: “Poops don’t lie – Tracking a pandemic using wastewater.”  As our community recovers from the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, SNWA’s wastewater epidemiology studies can help serve as an early warning system for future virus outbreaks and other community health issues.

According to Dan and Katerina:

  • When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in early 2020, SNWA scientists worked fast to ensure the virus was not in our community’s drinking water, treated wastewater or source water—It wasn’t! They also began studying raw sewage to measure the concentration of the virus in the community.

  • Wastewater epidemiology has been around for a few years, but it is an emerging field of study in tracking pandemics. Countries have tracked the prevalence of opioid use in a community, for example, using wastewater surveillance.

  • As the pandemic recedes, wastewater surveillance can be used as a type of “early warning” system for future virus outbreaks. The research method also can determine the prevalence of influenza, illicit drugs and other public health issues that may be impacting a community. 

Recommended resources:

 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Dan Gerrity and Katerina Papp Buzzsprout-8125328 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0700 1868 water, quality, testing, southern, nevada, authority, COVID-19, drinking, tap, coronavirus, wastewater, epidemiology, 1 7 full false Don't go with the flow - STOP water waste Don't go with the flow - STOP water waste Protecting Southern Nevada’s water resources by preventing and stopping water waste is all in a day’s work for Summer Ortiz and Perry Kaye from the Las Vegas Valley Water District’s water waste team. Summer and Perry share tips on how to prevent water waste, and how to help stop it around your neighborhood on this episode of the Water Smarts podcast.   You can help protect our limited water supply by keeping water on your property, letting your neighbors know if they have an irrigation problem, and reporting water waste when you see it.

 

According to Summer and Perry:

  • Southern Nevada has a limited water supply AND is facing a severe drought. Stopping water waste is essential to protecting our water resources.
  • Using the cycle-and-soak irrigation method to water grass helps reduce water waste by letting the hard ground soak up the water. Run sprinklers for three short cycles set one hour apart to help prevent water from flowing off your property into the street. 
  • Check your irrigation regularly to make sure you’re not letting water flow into the street. And, replace grass you don’t use with a water-efficient landscape. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) offers a cash incentive for replacing water-thirsty grass through the Water Smart Landscapes rebate.

 

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Protecting Southern Nevada’s water resources by preventing and stopping water waste is all in a day’s work for Summer Ortiz and Perry Kaye from the Las Vegas Valley Water District’s water waste team. Summer and Perry share tips on how to prevent water waste, and how to help stop it around your neighborhood on this episode of the Water Smarts podcast.   You can help protect our limited water supply by keeping water on your property, letting your neighbors know if they have an irrigation problem, and reporting water waste when you see it.

 

According to Summer and Perry:

  • Southern Nevada has a limited water supply AND is facing a severe drought. Stopping water waste is essential to protecting our water resources.
  • Using the cycle-and-soak irrigation method to water grass helps reduce water waste by letting the hard ground soak up the water. Run sprinklers for three short cycles set one hour apart to help prevent water from flowing off your property into the street. 
  • Check your irrigation regularly to make sure you’re not letting water flow into the street. And, replace grass you don’t use with a water-efficient landscape. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) offers a cash incentive for replacing water-thirsty grass through the Water Smart Landscapes rebate.

 

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Summer Ortiz and Perry Kaye Buzzsprout-8031932 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0800 1646 water, waste, report, conservation, conserve, Colorado, River, lake, mead, las vegas, utility, southern, nevada, authority 1 6 full false Shoring up the Las Vegas Wash -- where imploded Las Vegas casinos live on Shoring up the Las Vegas Wash -- where imploded Las Vegas casinos live on Show Summary:
Where do Las Vegas casinos go after they’re imploded? Several of them have found a second life as material for erosion-control structures that help shore up the banks of the Las Vegas Wash, a 12-mile natural channel that plays an important role in Southern Nevada’s watershed. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and the Las Vegas Wash Coordination Committee have worked for two decades to protect the Wash, which carries treated wastewater, storm water and urban runoff to Lake Mead, from which Southern Nevada draws its drinking water. Water Smarts host Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke share their favorite memories about Las Vegas hotels that have found a new purpose after their destruction. They’re joined by Keiba Crear, Manager of SNWA Environmental Monitoring and Management, who talks about the efforts to protect and restore the Las Vegas Wash and its surrounding wetlands. 

According to Keiba Crear:
All of the water in Southern Nevada’s watershed flows down to the Las Vegas Wash. If you think about a bowl that’s tilted, the water from Las Vegas and surrounding areas all flows into the wash.

 “There are over 200 million gallons of water a day that pass through that 12-mile channel, making its way to Las Vegas Bay and ultimately into Lake Mead. And we all know, Lake Mead is our primary drinking water supply.”

 “But the one thing that’s a positive is that everything we’ve done over the past 20 years, these wetlands that have established out there are doing what they need to be doing. They’re acting like kidneys. They’re filtering and taking those contaminants out before it makes its way to our drinking water.”

 Recommended resources:

 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Show Summary:
Where do Las Vegas casinos go after they’re imploded? Several of them have found a second life as material for erosion-control structures that help shore up the banks of the Las Vegas Wash, a 12-mile natural channel that plays an important role in Southern Nevada’s watershed. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and the Las Vegas Wash Coordination Committee have worked for two decades to protect the Wash, which carries treated wastewater, storm water and urban runoff to Lake Mead, from which Southern Nevada draws its drinking water. Water Smarts host Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke share their favorite memories about Las Vegas hotels that have found a new purpose after their destruction. They’re joined by Keiba Crear, Manager of SNWA Environmental Monitoring and Management, who talks about the efforts to protect and restore the Las Vegas Wash and its surrounding wetlands. 

According to Keiba Crear:
All of the water in Southern Nevada’s watershed flows down to the Las Vegas Wash. If you think about a bowl that’s tilted, the water from Las Vegas and surrounding areas all flows into the wash.

 “There are over 200 million gallons of water a day that pass through that 12-mile channel, making its way to Las Vegas Bay and ultimately into Lake Mead. And we all know, Lake Mead is our primary drinking water supply.”

 “But the one thing that’s a positive is that everything we’ve done over the past 20 years, these wetlands that have established out there are doing what they need to be doing. They’re acting like kidneys. They’re filtering and taking those contaminants out before it makes its way to our drinking water.”

 Recommended resources:

 

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada Water Authority Buzzsprout-7744561 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0800 2148 water, wetlands, conserve, resources, Colorado, River, infrastructure, lake, mead, las vegas, utility, southern, nevada, authority 1 5 full false Going deep to protect Southern Nevada's water supply Going deep to protect Southern Nevada's water supply  As Lake Mead water levels dropped due to drought, the two major water intakes pulling water from the lake for Southern Nevada were getting perilously close to the surface. Doa Ross, the deputy general manager of engineering for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), joins the Water Smarts podcast to talk about how SNWA engineered a solution and constructed a new intake deep below the lake’s surface and a pumping station to push water from the intake to the water treatment facilities located uphill.  Working together, Intake No. 3 and the Low Lake Level Pumping Station ensure the Las Vegas Valley will have access to its water supply – even if  lake levels drop so low, water cannot be drawn through Hoover Dam to produce power or deliver water to downstream users. Doa discusses the construction challenges of one of the largest drilling projects in the history of the United States, and how the two major construction projects give Southern Nevada an opportunity to partner with other states. 

According to Ross:

  • “There is an elevation in Lake Mead that if the water drops below 900 feet, Hoover Dam can no longer take water through it to generate power or to even release water to Arizona, California and Mexico – the three continued users down the Colorado River. So we have ensured the ability to still receive water even if we get to a point where that water can no longer make it through Hoover Dam to the downstream users.” 

  • “We were very fortunate to be able to provide a solution to this drought with engineering and construction.”

  • “We have to have the infrastructure prepared and ready and able to deliver water to our valley, our Southern Nevada residents and customers and even tourists continuously in a way that we’re not threatened by the drought.”

Recommended resources:

In 30 minutes, the Third Intake Documentary covers seven years of one of the world’s most challenging tunneling projects 

Learn more about SNWA’s Intake No. 3 and Low Lake Level Pumping Station.

Save water and money with an SNWA Water Smart Car Wash coupon.

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]>  As Lake Mead water levels dropped due to drought, the two major water intakes pulling water from the lake for Southern Nevada were getting perilously close to the surface. Doa Ross, the deputy general manager of engineering for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), joins the Water Smarts podcast to talk about how SNWA engineered a solution and constructed a new intake deep below the lake’s surface and a pumping station to push water from the intake to the water treatment facilities located uphill.  Working together, Intake No. 3 and the Low Lake Level Pumping Station ensure the Las Vegas Valley will have access to its water supply – even if  lake levels drop so low, water cannot be drawn through Hoover Dam to produce power or deliver water to downstream users. Doa discusses the construction challenges of one of the largest drilling projects in the history of the United States, and how the two major construction projects give Southern Nevada an opportunity to partner with other states. 

According to Ross:

  • “There is an elevation in Lake Mead that if the water drops below 900 feet, Hoover Dam can no longer take water through it to generate power or to even release water to Arizona, California and Mexico – the three continued users down the Colorado River. So we have ensured the ability to still receive water even if we get to a point where that water can no longer make it through Hoover Dam to the downstream users.” 

  • “We were very fortunate to be able to provide a solution to this drought with engineering and construction.”

  • “We have to have the infrastructure prepared and ready and able to deliver water to our valley, our Southern Nevada residents and customers and even tourists continuously in a way that we’re not threatened by the drought.”

Recommended resources:

In 30 minutes, the Third Intake Documentary covers seven years of one of the world’s most challenging tunneling projects 

Learn more about SNWA’s Intake No. 3 and Low Lake Level Pumping Station.

Save water and money with an SNWA Water Smart Car Wash coupon.

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Doa Ross Buzzsprout-7398088 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0800 1277 water, infrastructure, pipeline, intake, treatment, quality, southern, nevada, authority, utility 1 4 full false Is Las Vegas running out of water? Is Las Vegas running out of water? Las Vegas went 240 consecutive days without rain in 2020, and even for a renowned desert city that relies on the drought-stricken Colorado River, that’s quite a dry spell. Colby Pellegrino, deputy general manager of resources for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), joins the Water Smarts podcast to discuss how Southern Nevada is weathering the 20-year drought on the Colorado River, which supplies 90 percent of the Las Vegas Valley’s water supply. SNWA is ensuring a sustainable future through conservation, innovation and infrastructure as well as by pursuing partnerships with other river-sharing states to ensure Southern Nevada has a reliable water supply.

According to Pellegrino:

  • “This drought is pretty epic in terms of its length and severity.”

  • “We’re continuing to work cooperatively with our partners on the river to manage drought, manage climate change, be responsible in the uses of the water and create new opportunities and innovative solutions where we can tackle the challenges of the river without having to disturb some of those fundamental agreements that created these river allocation agreements.”

  • “I think conservation is the single most important thing that we can do today and in the foreseeable future to protect our water supply. It makes us more resilient.”

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Las Vegas went 240 consecutive days without rain in 2020, and even for a renowned desert city that relies on the drought-stricken Colorado River, that’s quite a dry spell. Colby Pellegrino, deputy general manager of resources for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), joins the Water Smarts podcast to discuss how Southern Nevada is weathering the 20-year drought on the Colorado River, which supplies 90 percent of the Las Vegas Valley’s water supply. SNWA is ensuring a sustainable future through conservation, innovation and infrastructure as well as by pursuing partnerships with other river-sharing states to ensure Southern Nevada has a reliable water supply.

According to Pellegrino:

  • “This drought is pretty epic in terms of its length and severity.”

  • “We’re continuing to work cooperatively with our partners on the river to manage drought, manage climate change, be responsible in the uses of the water and create new opportunities and innovative solutions where we can tackle the challenges of the river without having to disturb some of those fundamental agreements that created these river allocation agreements.”

  • “I think conservation is the single most important thing that we can do today and in the foreseeable future to protect our water supply. It makes us more resilient.”

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Colby Pellegrino Buzzsprout-7397809 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0800 2003 water, conservation, conserve, resources, Colorado, River, infrastructure, lake, mead, las vegas, utility, southern, nevada, authority 1 3 full false Can I drink the tap water? Can I drink the tap water? The director or water treatment and quality for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) joins the Water Smart podcast to discuss treatment processes that protect our tap water supply. Greg Kodweis explains how ozonation kills viruses like COVID-19; why our tap water tastes like it does; why tap water is better than bottled water; and how SNWA invests in world-class research to advance water treatment in the United States. Most importantly, he explores the many reasons we can all be confident in the tap water that comes out of the faucets in almost every home and business in Southern Nevada.

According to Kodweis:

  • “Within nature, ozone is created by lightening, and we’ve kind of duplicated that process here at our treatment plants. And one thing about ozone, it’ll kill and destroy bacteria about 3,200 times faster than chlorine.”

  • “We go way above and beyond the requirements that any water agency would have. In fact, we have an entire department dedicated to working within the water community on researching different types of contaminants at very small levels.”

  • “The most important thing to keep in mind is that taste is not an indicator of overall water safety.”

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> The director or water treatment and quality for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) joins the Water Smart podcast to discuss treatment processes that protect our tap water supply. Greg Kodweis explains how ozonation kills viruses like COVID-19; why our tap water tastes like it does; why tap water is better than bottled water; and how SNWA invests in world-class research to advance water treatment in the United States. Most importantly, he explores the many reasons we can all be confident in the tap water that comes out of the faucets in almost every home and business in Southern Nevada.

According to Kodweis:

  • “Within nature, ozone is created by lightening, and we’ve kind of duplicated that process here at our treatment plants. And one thing about ozone, it’ll kill and destroy bacteria about 3,200 times faster than chlorine.”

  • “We go way above and beyond the requirements that any water agency would have. In fact, we have an entire department dedicated to working within the water community on researching different types of contaminants at very small levels.”

  • “The most important thing to keep in mind is that taste is not an indicator of overall water safety.”

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Greg Kodweis Buzzsprout-7397500 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0800 1399 water, quality, treatment, testing, southern, nevada, authority, las vegas, district, ozone, ozonation, drinking, tap, coronavirus, wastewater, epidemiology, 1 2 full false It's a desert out there - so conserve water It's a desert out there - so conserve water Southern Nevada has cut its water use by billions of gallons every year through one of the most successful water conservation programs in the world. Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, talks with the Water Smarts podcast about the community’s actions and the effort still needed to protect the Las Vegas Valley’s precious water resources. Doug shares why everybody has a stake in water conservation and how everyone can contribute.  

According to Bennett:

  •  “We went from being a poster child for squanderous water use to literally being considered one of the world class water efficiency programs. And that’s a huge achievement that all Southern Nevadans should be proud of.”

  •  “Water fuels our bodies and it fuels our homes and our landscapes…it also fuels our livelihoods. We’re not saying ‘don’t use water’, we’re saying ‘Let’s use water as efficiently as we can’. Everybody can get behind that.”

  •   “We need to fix some of the sins of the past here in Sin City. We put a crazy amount of grass in a lot of weird places, and now we’re helping to pay for some of the expense of having it removed.”

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Southern Nevada has cut its water use by billions of gallons every year through one of the most successful water conservation programs in the world. Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, talks with the Water Smarts podcast about the community’s actions and the effort still needed to protect the Las Vegas Valley’s precious water resources. Doug shares why everybody has a stake in water conservation and how everyone can contribute.  

According to Bennett:

  •  “We went from being a poster child for squanderous water use to literally being considered one of the world class water efficiency programs. And that’s a huge achievement that all Southern Nevadans should be proud of.”

  •  “Water fuels our bodies and it fuels our homes and our landscapes…it also fuels our livelihoods. We’re not saying ‘don’t use water’, we’re saying ‘Let’s use water as efficiently as we can’. Everybody can get behind that.”

  •   “We need to fix some of the sins of the past here in Sin City. We put a crazy amount of grass in a lot of weird places, and now we’re helping to pay for some of the expense of having it removed.”

Recommended resources:

https://www.snwa.com/
 

]]> Doug Bennett Buzzsprout-7397386 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0800 1889 water, conservation, conserve, southern, nevada, authority, utility, tap, drinking, sustainability, 1 1 full false