Category Archives: Conservation

Pilot Compost Program Offers Online Waitlist for Residents Who Want to Compost

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The City of Albuquerque offers an online waitlist form for residents who are interested in participating in the Compost Hub Program. Residents can complete the online form and when there is availability, they can pick up a composting bucket, take it home and start collecting accepted food waste items. Then you can drop off the bucket with food waste at McKinley Community Center, 3401 Monroe NE and empty it into the green food waste roll cart during the Center’s regular hours. The food waste will be taken to a nearby compost facility which will turn it into compost to be used locally to help build healthy soil and grow plants. For more information, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/waste/food-waste-collection-hub-pilot-registration

ABCWUA Offering Rebate for Xeriscaping and Drip Irrigation

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The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA) is offering rebates to customers who convert their landscapes to desert friendly xeriscape AND use drip irrigation. The rebate is for a $3 per square foot rebate. Visit www.505Outside.com for the details.

ABCWUA Reminds Residents To Conserve Water During The Holidays

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This holiday season, the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA) reminds residents how they can do their part to conserve water. Here are a few things you and your family can do to make every drop count.

  • Be sure to only run dishwashers when they’re full, and scrape plates rather than rinsing
  • Consider gifting efficient showerheads, rain barrels, or other conservation-minded gifts
  • Time your showers with holiday-themed music. Choose a few of your favorites and create a five-minute playlist, so you can get in the holiday spirit, while saving water.
  • When preparing to cook, thaw meat in the fridge, rather than using running water.

For more water-conserving tips, visit: www.abcwua.org

Report Water Waste to ABCWUA Online

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Are you passionate about conserving water? The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA) needs your help in addressing outdoor water waste. Encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to join you in reporting water waste. By raising awareness, we can inspire others to take action as well. ABCWUA has an online reporting system that lets you easily report waste from your phone, tablet, or computer. This an excellent tool for those of you who observe water waste during your daily walks. To report water waste online, visit: www.abcwua.org/conservation-rebates-report-water-waste/