The Pollution Prevention Program (P2 Program) was created by the City in 1992 to protect the treatment plant and the river from harmful wastes. One of the goals of the P2 program is to educate the public, and assist businesses with ideas and changes that prevent harmful wastes from going down the drain. Another goal is to help businesses find ways to reduce waste through simple changes in housekeeping, maintenance, employee training, and inventory control. Businesses find that reducing waste can save money on waste treatment and disposal. Reduced waste can also lead to improved products and safety for workers. Even if your business produces a small amount of waste, collectively, businesses can make a difference.

The P2 Program has helped jewelers, photographers, printers, dentists, auto shops, electroplaters, laboratories and many others find ways to reduce waste. If your business is interested in free educational information or technical assistance, please call us or write to us and we would be happy to help.

Pollution Prevention Awards for Businesses

Congratulations Awardees!

2011 Awardees

2010 Awardees

 

2011 Award of Excellence - Community Dental Services, Inc.

Would you like your business to be positively recognized by the Water Authority?

The P2 Program recognizes many types of businesses for their environmentally conscious efforts with the Pollution Prevention Award.

The Water Authority’s P2 Program has already recognized over 150 photography, dental, automotive, and jewelry businesses. Businesses receive a certificate of recognition and free advertising through a local periodical, Gov TV, public outreach events, and the Water Authority website.