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From the banks of the Colorado River and Lake Mead to the homes and businesses of Southern Nevada, the Water Smarts podcast covers how we treat, deliver, use, protect and conserve water in the Las Vegas Valley. Hosts Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelke – along with experts from the Southern Nevada Water Authority who keep the water flowing – hope to make you a little smarter about the one thing that keeps us all connected – water.
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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/
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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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.
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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 ZuelkeHOAs can call 702-862-3740 for more information or to schedule a presentation to their boards.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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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/
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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://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 Zuelkehttps://www.snwa.com/
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