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What’s Clogging the Pipes? The Largest Sewage Collection Study Has the Answers

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404583771/en/
    A recent sewage collection study finds that consumers need to stop flushing paper towels, baby wipes, and other wipes labeled with the "Do Not Flush" symbol.
  • Kennedy Jenks , an independent engineering firm, designed the study and compiled the findings into the report.
  • Extrapolating from the results of this study, refraining from flushing “Do Not Flush” labeled wipes, paper products and feminine hygiene products would capture over 90% of items clogging sewers.
  • Multi-media assets regarding the collection study:
    Video explaining the collection study: https://youtu.be/L-UD6KB8AVA?si=RJlPuxzkhZk3REDE

What are Californians Flushing? You Might Be Surprised.

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Always look for the "Do Not Flush" symbol on wipes packaging and follow disposal instructions to keep non-flushables out of the sewers.

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  • Always look for the "Do Not Flush" symbol on wipes packaging and follow disposal instructions to keep non-flushables out of the sewers.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “As a co-sponsor of the Proper Labeling of Wet Wipes law, we recognized the importance of educating Californians about not treating their toilets as a trashcan,” said Adam Link, Executive Director of CASA.
  • Less than 1 percent of items collected so far were considered to be flushable wipes.
  • The #FlushSmart consumer education campaign promotes the “Do Not Flush” symbol and provides information on what should and should not be flushed.

Jacobs to Manage Inland Empire Utilities Agency Recycled Water Program Expansion

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

DALLAS, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected by Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) in California to provide program management, owners engineering services, and strategic funding advisory services for a major regional water management program that will incorporate indirect potable reuse to create a more sustainable, drought-resilient local water supply in the Chino Basin—one of the largest groundwater storage basins in southern California.

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  • The basin-wide water management program will optimize water reuse in IEUA's 242 square-mile service area, further increasing local supply reliability, and managing water quality in the Chino Basin.
  • "As climate change creates increasingly unpredictable water supply conditions in southern California, IEUA is proactively investing to secure a sustainable, resilient water supply," said Jacobs People and Places Solutions Americas Senior Vice President Ron Williams.
  • "By mobilizing global major program management capability, we'll help IEUA and its partners bring this innovative regional water management program from concept to reality."
  • These services will cover a pilot/demonstration unit and final delivery of the advanced water purification facility, injection wells and water conveyance systems.

Reinstated Tax Exemption Will Incentivize Participation in Turf Replacement Rebate Programs

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Gavin Newsom today signed AB 2142, which will reinstate the California personal tax exemption for turf replacement rebates and help incentivize participation in these important water saving programs.

Key Points: 
  • Gavin Newsom today signed AB 2142, which will reinstate the California personal tax exemption for turf replacement rebates and help incentivize participation in these important water saving programs.
  • AB 2142 reinstates the exemption for turf rebates, which expired in 2019, for taxable years 2022 through 2026.
  • Ensuring that customers who take advantage of water rebate programs are not taxed on the value of those programs is smart and fair policy, especially for low-income customers.
  • Reinstating this tax exemption will help agencies encourage increased participation in the turf rebate program which has shown to develop real water savings, said IEUA General Manager Shivaji Deshmukh.

Thinking in Terms of Tomorrow: IEUA and Partners Discuss Innovative Program to Tackle Drought Challenges and Bring Water Resiliency to the Region

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Monday, August 8, 2022

INLAND EMPIRE, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thursday, at an Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/Agency) Special Board Workshop, IEUA provided an update on the Chino Basin Program (CBP/Program) to CBP partners and stakeholders.  During this Workshop, IEUA staff provided an overview of the Program's next steps and an in-depth look into the many benefits that this Program will bring in offering resource resiliency to the region.

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  • The CBP is a water banking program that will support local resiliency while addressing challenges caused by climate change.
  • With the support of our many partners, the CBP is now becoming a reality and is a solution that will bring our region greater reliability."
  • The CBP Partners recognize the significance of new infrastructure and programs that contribute to improving local sustainability in the region.
  • "IEUA is proud of the value the CBP will bring to the region through this practical solution to California's water supply challenges," continued Board President Steve Elie, IEUA.

IEUA Board of Directors Take Action to Increase Water Supply Resiliency in the Region

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Friday, May 20, 2022

INLAND EMPIRE, Calif., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At yesterday's Board meeting, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/Agency) Board of Directors adopted a drought resolution in response to current water supply conditions and Metropolitan Water District of Southern California's (MWD) Water Shortage Emergency Condition declaration in April. This resolution declares a Water Shortage Emergency Condition, activating Level 3 of the Agency's Water Storage Contingency Plan, and adopts an Emergency Water Conservation Program Framework (EWCP).

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  • This resolution declares a Water Shortage Emergency Condition, activating Level 3 of the Agency's Water Storage Contingency Plan, and adopts an Emergency Water Conservation Program Framework (EWCP).
  • These water supply challenges have led to unprecedented drought conditions," stated IEUA Board Vice President and MWD Board Member Michael Camacho.
  • "The Board recognizes the severity and need for water reductions across the region and State.
  • "The CBP will increase local groundwater production, diversify the Agency's water portfolio, reduce local demand for imported water, and in turn, help other MWD SWP dependent areas," stated IEUA Board President Steve Elie.

Inland Empire Utilities Agency Board Recognizes the State and Regional Drought Emergency and Adopts Drought Resolution to Step Up Water Saving Efforts Throughout the Region

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

INLAND EMPIRE, Calif., Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- At today's Board meeting, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/Agency) Board of Directors adopted a drought resolution recognizing the State and regional drought emergencies and activating IEUA's Water Shortage Contingency Plan at Level 2 (Water Shortage Warning).

Key Points: 
  • INLAND EMPIRE, Calif., Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- At today's Board meeting, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/Agency) Board of Directors adopted a drought resolution recognizing the State and regional drought emergencies and activating IEUA's Water Shortage Contingency Plan at Level 2 (Water Shortage Warning).
  • This resolution highlights IEUA's plan to preserve water supplies necessary for the Agency's service area and includes a water shortage warning as well as a water reduction goal for the region.
  • "This resolution demonstrates the Agency's collaborative efforts working alongside other retail water agencies to prevent the need for emergency measures in the region," stated IEUA Board President Jasmin A.
  • For more water saving tips, information on the current drought or to access Resolution 2021-12-5, visit www.ieua.org .

New Paid Internship and Apprenticeship Opportunities Created through Inland Empire Utilities Agency Partnership with IEWorks

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

CHINO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --TheInland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/Agency) has collaborated with IEWorks to welcome three new interns in the Operations Division.

Key Points: 
  • CHINO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --TheInland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA/Agency) has collaborated with IEWorks to welcome three new interns in the Operations Division.
  • The IEWorks program will serve as an extension of the Agency's current Internship Trades Program (ITP).
  • This partnership aligns with IEUA's Business Goal to provide a dynamic work environment with a highly skilled and dedicated workforce.
  • IEWorks is dedicated to strengthening the water/wastewater workforce in the Inland Empire.