When a severe drought first hit the Colorado River basin in 2000, the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) joined other local water agencies to invest in forward-thinking plans and programs to protect the community’s water resources. Engineering a deep-water solution, the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and its member agencies, including the LVVWD, initiated the … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Valley Water District
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Water Scientists Study SewageTo Advance Coronavirus Research
Water quality researchers with the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) are pursuing a novel method to detect and monitor for the presence of the novel coronavirus in sewage wastewater. The high-tech detective work uses the emerging science of wastewater epidemiology to find and measure the genetic markers of the coronavirus in untreated sewage and better understand the … [Read more...] about Water Scientists Study Sewage
Nevada UtilitiesNew Technologies, New Threats, New Solutions
Modern utilities, whether it’s electricity, water or natural gas, are expected to be there when needed. Utilities companies today face new challenges and need to adapt to a changing world, creating procedures to keep staff and customers safe and resources available. The tools have changed. Technology offers new solutions, climate change brings new challenges and a … [Read more...] about Nevada Utilities
Emergency ReadinessHelps Protect Southern Nevada’s Water Supply
Ensuring the community has a clean, safe and reliable water supply even during emergencies takes planning and preparedness. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and its member agencies have robust emergency response and readiness plans to help maintain water system operations during natural disasters, community-wide illness, and other emergency situations. “We test … [Read more...] about Emergency Readiness
Landscape UpgradesCreate New, Fresh Spaces
Steve Swanson knows a thing or two about beautiful, water-smart landscapes. As the former superintendent at three Red Rock Country Club golf courses, he helped transform 135 acres of grass bordering the course into attractive, yet drought-tolerant, landscape. “As water rates increased, we had to look at how to make this a viable business. It was an easy decision for us from … [Read more...] about Landscape Upgrades
Businesses Investing in Technologies, LandscapesSave Money and Water
An increasing number of businesses in Southern Nevada are participating in rebate incentive programs that reduce water use and pay dividends through smaller water bills and reduced operation costs. These companies are finding small changes can reap big savings when they take advantage of the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) rebate incentives for businesses. Chief … [Read more...] about Businesses Investing in Technologies, Landscapes
Thomas & Mack Company Swims into Water SavingsWith Landscape Conversion
McCarran Center Office Complex The “bathtub ring” around Lake Mead—indicating the high-water mark 130 feet above the current lake level—is a familiar sight for people living in Southern Nevada. For Leslie Shurmur, the ring not only serves as a reminder of decreasing water levels in the lake—the source of 90 percent of our community’s supply—but it also has taken on a … [Read more...] about Thomas & Mack Company Swims into Water Savings
Amping UpNevada’s Utilities Expand to Meet Demand
Nevada’s population is projected to increase 5.6 percent through 2022, according to the state demographer. That expansion and the continuing robust economy translate into greatly increased, cumulative power and water needs by new businesses and residences. Accommodating the current and forecasted growth is a huge focus of the Silver State entities providing these utilities. … [Read more...] about Amping Up
Peccole Ranch Makes Beautiful MusicWith Water Smart Rebate Program
As the Peccole Ranch Community Association (PRCA) began converting thirsty grass to water-efficient landscapes more than a decade ago, different areas within the community—flood channels, paseos, and greenbelts—began to harmonize like a symphony. “Instead of just pulling the grass off the walls, careful thought was given, within the restrictions of the 100-year flood … [Read more...] about Peccole Ranch Makes Beautiful Music
SNWA Water-Smart ProgramsHelp Businesses Reduce Operating Costs, Prepare for Shortage
With the first declared shortage in the Colorado River’s history expected in 2020, the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) is offering greater financial incentives to businesses that implement water-efficiency measures. The not-for-profit water agency recently increased both the incentive amount for replacing turf with drip-irrigated plants and the number of square feet … [Read more...] about SNWA Water-Smart Programs
Nevada Infrastructure: Keeping Up with a Growing State
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Nevada’s 1.95 percent population growth rate from July 2015 to July 2016 made it the second fastest-growing state in the country, slightly behind Utah’s 2.03 percent. With the state’s official population nearing the three million mark, how is infrastructure keeping up with growth? The Orange Cone Zone Some of the funding for Nevada’s road … [Read more...] about Nevada Infrastructure: Keeping Up with a Growing State
Tech in Nevada
Economic development in Nevada has a direct, deliberate, effect on Nevada’s technology industry. Then again, Nevada’s technology industry is having a definite effect on economic development. It’s like the old Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups commercials – where the collision of chocolate and peanut butter create a happy symbiosis. In this case, the combination is intentional. … [Read more...] about Tech in Nevada
Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Gordon Silver Ltd. was selected as Southern Nevada's Pro Bono Firm of the Year. The award was part of the 13th Annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon, put on by the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada earlier this month. The event honors community volunteers who donate time to assist low income clients with legal issues. “Gordon Silver has long been an active participant in … [Read more...] about Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Flip a Switch, Turn on a Faucet: Nevada’s Utility Companies
Utilities in Nevada took a beating during the recession. Now the light at the end of the tunnel may be an indication that the economy is recovering. Utilities is a catchall phrase for services businesses and individuals use on a daily basis: water, power, natural gas. Most utilities are regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, utility companies aren’t affected … [Read more...] about Flip a Switch, Turn on a Faucet: Nevada’s Utility Companies
Keeping Our Heads Above Water: Nevada’s need to ensure quality and availability of nature’s sustaining resource
Most of us are used to having as much water as we need. We simply turn on the tap and out flows the water. However, those who work within the agencies overseeing water allocation must deal with the complex issues of what resources are available, how much is available and the price tag on ensuring that the supply meets the demand. Many Nevadans are concerned with the … [Read more...] about Keeping Our Heads Above Water: Nevada’s need to ensure quality and availability of nature’s sustaining resource