Program Directory
In addition to the Programs offered by the individual partners, there are numerous programs offered Region-wide, such as the Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper, High-Efficiency Washer Rebate, Green Business Program, and more.
Use the filter + to select your local water provider and to see all programs available to you. If you do not know who providers your water, you can lookup your address on the find your local provider page before getting started with the directory below.
Cash for Grass Rebate
Low water, native adapted landscapes can be vibrant, use less water and promote wildlife habitat! The City of Santa Rosa can help offset some of the costs of your new garden with a rebate to help with the cost of removing your lawn.
- Sonoma County
DIY Energy & Water Savings Toolkit
The Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Home Energy and Water Saving Toolkits are stocked with energy and water saving supplies that can help measure how much energy or water is being consumed in the home and make easy upgrades to your home to help save money on the utilities bills.
- Sonoma County
Garden Sense
Garden Sense is a free program open to all Sonoma County residents who want to learn how they can save water in their own garden. The Gardener Sense consultants, who are Sonoma County Master Gardeners are available to make a home visit to any local residence to discuss how a homeowner can easily conserve water by creating a garden that is healthy, environmentally sound, and beautiful. To learn more visit the Garden Sense website or call 707-565-3026.
- Sonoma County, Marin County
Green Business Program
Get recognized as a Green Business through the Green Business Program. The program is available to most small and medium sized organizations and includes free onsite assessments and cost-saving recommendations. Green Businesses take measures to conserve water and energy, reduce waste and prevent pollution. Learn more about what it takes to become a Green Business and get recognized as a community leader. Businesses located in Sonoma County can contact their Program Coordinator at (707) 565-6470, GSEnergy@sonoma-county.org; Marin County businesses can participate by contacting Dana Armanino at (415) 499-3292 or darmanino@co.marin.ca.us.
High Efficiency Toilet Rebate
Replacing old toilets will save water and lower your water bill! Replace your old 1.6 gallon per flush toilet with a new WaterSense labeled high efficiency toilet and receive a rebate of up to $75 on qualifying models.
High Efficiency Urinal Rebate
Replace your old 1 gallon per flush urinal with a new WaterSense labeled urinal that uses less than a pint, and receive a rebate.
Laundry to Landscape Graywater Programs
Use the water from your clothes washer to water your garden. When you install a kit to divert water from your washing machine to your garden, it’s called a Laundry-to-Landscape graywater system.
Multi-Family Large Landscape Programs
Do you want to know how efficient your irrigation system is? Are you confident that your irrigation timer is set correctly? Let us help you by creating a personalized water use analysis for your site, provide assistance in scheduling your timer, and identifying inefficiencies within your irrigation system.
Pool Cover Rebate
Covering your pool can save water, energy, and maintenance costs. Purchase and install a new qualifying pool cover and we may be able to provide you a one-time credit on your next water bill of up to $50.
Pool Removal Rebate
Remove your pool and replace with a beautiful drought resistant landscape. Santa Rosa Water can help offset removal costs with a rebate up to $750 (Residential) or $7,500 (Commercial). Removing your pool can save water, energy, and maintenance costs.
- Sonoma County, Marin County
Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL)
Does your landscaper know how to keep your landscape looking great while saving your water and money? Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) training is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense approved training program for landscapers that provides an educational foundation based on principals of proper plant selection for the local climate, irrigation system design and maintenance, and irrigation system programming and operation.
Rainwater Harvesting
Every time it rains, this naturally softened (and free) water is dumped on your property! Don't let it all flow away! Capture it to use it in your garden when you want to, your plants will thank you. You might even qualify to get a rebate to do so!