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Water Blogged
Read everything water...blogged. Scroll below to find article topics spanning from water treatment and system technology updates to conservation tips and employee news—and more.
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Temporary Water Source Change For Some San Jose Water Customers
Residents on the west side of San Jose Water’s service area will temporarily receive groundwater.
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Create a Relaxing Garden Retreat with Water-Wise Plants
Whether you’re looking to create a soothing getaway close to home or a sanctuary for the family to enjoy at the end of a long day, it’s a good idea to incorporate water-wise plants that also happen to look great, conserve water and require less maintenance.
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How Utilities Work Smarter with Advanced Metering Infrastructure
AMI improves efficiency and helps conserve water by providing timely information customers can use to adjust their usage. San Jose Water (SJW) is currently in the process of implementing AMI to help conserve water.
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Reducing Water Waste with Recycled Water
It’s important for water providers like San Jose Water (SJW) to do all they can to help the areas they serve get the most out of the water there is by recycling wastewater.
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Is It Time for a Water Checkup?
Water checkups help you identify your usage habits, as well as pinpointing leaks and other waste so you can conserve and save.
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Let’s Talk Water Softener Systems
A water softener system is a mechanical device that removes hardness from water using a chemical process known as ion exchange.
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Happy or Hipster: Which Water-Wise Plant Are You?
If you want to create a beautiful landscape that expresses how you want to feel in that space, consider finding water-savvy plants that match your personality or the mood of the space you’re trying to create.
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Do You Know the Difference Between Groundwater and Surface Water?
Each water source San Jose Water delivers from has its own distinct quality and therefore goes through unique processes so that it meets or surpasses all state and federal drinking water regulations.
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Updating Water Infrastructure Two Wells at a Time
Many water companies, including San Jose Water, depend on wells to provide safe, high quality, and reliable water service to its customers. It’s a key part of our infrastructure.
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