Rebates
In response to the Alameda County’s Public Health Officer order for shelter in place, many water conservation rebate processes have been altered. Many of ACWD’s rebate programs, remain available to our customers, although processing times for applications may be delayed by 1-2 weeks. Water Conservation program applications should be EMAILED to the Water Conservation Team.
If you have questions about any of ACWD’s rebates or how changes to business due to COVID-19 will impact your application, customers can call any time, 24/7, and leave a message or email us. Calls will be returned within 24-48 hours by conservation staff during regular business hours: 8:00-5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. When you call, please make sure your message includes your name, return phone number, and a short summary of your inquiry.
Rebate Programs
For more information on any of the following programs, please contact ACWD’s Water Conservation Department at 510-668-4218 or email us. Funding is limited.
For Your Home and Garden
Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller Instant Rebate (for residential customers)
ACWD has partnered with Rachio Inc. and the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) to offer residential customers a Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller at a discounted price of $100 + tax (up to a $279+ retail value)! Residential customers can receive an instant rebate when purchasing a Rachio controller at https://bawsca.rachio.com/ (Link works best with Chrome or Firefox browsers). 8- Zone and 16-Zone controller options are available. Supplies are limited.
The Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller is equipped with hyperlocal Weather Intelligence™ Plus that allows users to save 20% or more on their outdoor water use! The controller helps you monitor and manage watering from anywhere with robust smartphone control. You can also create tailored schedules, make automatic weather adjustments and maintain the perfect yard - without lifting a finger.
Water-Efficient Landscape (WEL) Rebate Program
All ACWD customers can receive a rebate for converting their lawns to water-efficient landscape.* The rebate is based on the number of square feet of lawn converted. ACWD is currently offering $1.00/sq.ft of lawn converted. Please contact us to learn more.
*To be eligible for this rebate, customers must be pre-approved by ACWD, so please check with us first before beginning your landscape conversion project. Rebates are issued on a first-come, first served basis. Funding is limited. For additional lawn replacement ideas, please visit LoseYourLawn.org.
Application Materials
- Application - Please EMAIL this application to Water Conservation Team.
Plant Lists
- BAWSCA - All plants on this list are eligible for the ACWD WEL Rebate Program. Plants not on this list must be reviewed by ACWD Water Conservation Staff.
- Water Wise Gardening in the Bay Area
- StopWaste Plant Lists
Resources
Rain Barrel Rebates
The Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) is offering rebates on behalf of ACWD for the purchase and installation of qualifying rain barrels. Visit the BAWSCA Rain Barrel Rebate Website for all the program information, requirements and application materials.
Please also check out Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District’s rain barrel safe practices flyer (PDF) and Chapter 17 of the California Plumbing Code for nonpotable rainwater catchment systems.
For Your Business
High Efficiency Clothes Washer Rebates
ACWD offers a $300 rebate for each conventional washer replaced with a qualifying high-efficiency clothes washer at multi-family complexes and coin-op Laundromats. Sites must be pre-qualified - Please contact us for more information about how to get pre-qualified.
High Efficiency Toilet & Urinal Rebates
ACWD offers a $150 rebate for each high use, high volume commercial toilet or urinal replaced with a qualifying High Efficiency Toilet (HET) or High Efficiency Urinal (HEU) at service area businesses and organizations. Sites must be pre-qualified - Please contact us for more information about how to get pre-qualified.
Weather-based "Smart" Irrigation Controller Rebates (for your business)
A Smart controller uses weather data and site information to adjust irrigation watering times and frequency. More efficient watering means less waste, reduced run-off and healthier plants. Commercial and large landscape customers that replace their existing conventional irrigation controller with a "smart" irrigation controller may qualify for a rebate of up to $30* per active station. See our Program Brochure (PDF) for more information. Sites must be pre-qualified - Please contact us for more information about how to get pre-qualified.
*Rebate is based on the number of active stations of each existing controller.