Drought Awareness Blog

On the first day of each month, a member from our Water Services Department will update you on what you need to know during the current drought. We will provide helpful tips to help you around the house and provide ways that you can help the city conserve water.

Fix Leaks One at a Time

Did you know that household leaks account for over a trillion gallons of water wasted yearly in the U.S.? To the average homeowner, that means as many as 10,000 gallons of water wasted each year – that’s enough to fill a backyard swimming pool!

March 14, 2024

Spring 2024: Green Living Series

Sponsored by the city of Glendale Water Services Department – Conservation and Sustainable Living Division, the series is a free educational program for Glendale residents who are interested in learning about sustainability best practices.

February 2, 2024

Granting Irrigation Technology Incentives for Shared Water Savings

The Glendale Water Services Department was awarded a $50,000 WaterSMART grant from the United States Bureau of Reclamation to promote water-efficient landscapes, located in an increasingly hot and dry climate.

January 2, 2024

Give the Gift of Water-Savings!

The season of giving is upon us! Consider purchasing a water-efficient device or appliance that will give the gift of water, energy and money savings all year long.

December 1, 2023

Holiday Tip: Cease the Grease!

Along with the holidays comes family and friends, homecooked meals and FOG. Wait, what is FOG? Cooking those delicious holiday meals can lead to an increase in fats, oils, and grease, also known as FOG.

November 15, 2023

Plant Desert Native Wildflowers!

Wildflowers, specifically native species, are valuable to our desert ecosystem. Native wildflowers provide food for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators who support the growth of our agricultural crops.

October 31, 2023

24-Month Study - Lake Mead

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has released its 24-month study and declared the Colorado River will return to a Tier 1 Shortage in 2024.

September 1, 2023

Glendale Expands Water Conservation Rebates

The city of Glendale needs your help conserving water and is offering financial incentives to city water customers. Are you interested? The city’s conservation and sustainable living team expanded its water efficiency rebate program as of July 1.

July 5, 2023

Hotel Saguaro Puppet Shows

The Great Arizona Puppet Theater will present a free puppet show titled “Hotel Saguaro”, which is sponsored by the city of Glendale Water Services Department – Conservation and Sustainable Living Division.

June 1, 2023