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Water Use Efficiency Survey
What is the benefit of filling out a Cash For Kitchens survey?
This survey is a free service to help discover potential water and energy savings for water-using fixtures in your site’s kitchen and restroom areas. The survey is mobile device-friendly and can be completed at your own pace and at your own time! There is a save option in case you need additional time. This program was previously conducted in-person but due to COVID-19 restrictions, West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) decided to re-launch this program as a contactless and online outreach program to avoid in-person contact and to give interested sites the flexibility needed to complete a survey.
Whom can I contact for help with my survey?
Please contact the C4K program line (310) 371-4633 or email Martha Segovia (martha@southbaycities.org). To speak to a West Basin representative, please contact Jenyffer Vasquez (JenyfferV@westbasin.org) or call (310) 660-6225.
What happens after I complete and submit a survey?
Cash For Kitchens outreach staff will review your survey responses and may contact you if they have any questions or come across missing information. Once the survey is approved, staff will generate a report, which may be emailed or mailed in a contactless water efficiency package along with qualifying small devices and information on large device rebates.
Can I still qualify for large device rebates without filling out a survey?
Ideally we strongly recommend filling out a survey. However, you are also encouraged to apply for a large device rebate whether you fill out a survey or not.
Small Water-Efficient Devices
What is the benefit of installing pre-rinse spray valves?
High-efficient pre-rinse spray valves are designed to remove food waste from dishes in preparation for dishwashing. Spray valves account for one-third of the water used in commerical kitchens. Replacing old, inefficient pre-rinse spray valves with high-efficient models can save a commercial kitchen over 7,000 gallons of water per used. That is equivalent to the amount of water needed to wash 4,800 racks of dishes, according to the EPA. High-efficient pre-rinse spray valves still have rinse power and can reduce water and energy costs by more than $100 per year.
How can I qualify to receive free pre-rinse spray valves?
Please fill out a water use efficiency survey and based on your answers, your site might qualify for free pre-rinse spray valves. You will receive one pre-rinse spray valve per existing and qualified spray valve station.
How do I install my pre-rinse spray valve(s)?
Please view our quick how-to video for a visual demonstration:
How can I confirm that I received and installed my pre-rinse spray valve(s)?
Please visit the Device Installation tab of this portal and follow the instructions. We ask that you take and submit one representative photo of each type of installed device.
What is the benefit of installing faucet flow restrictors?
Faucet flow restrictors are small barriers that help reduce the amount of water that flows out of a faucet. Installing flow restrictors beneath a sink can reduce the water flow to 1.5 gallons per minute or less. That is approximately a 30 percent reduction in water. It is hardly noticeable since the flow remains strong enough despite the restriction.
How can I qualify to receive free faucet flow restrictors?
Please fill out a water use efficiency survey and based on your answers, your site might qualify for free under-the-sink faucet flow restrictors. You will receive one faucet flow restrictor per qualified sink.
How do I install my faucet flow restrictor(s)?
Please view our quick how-to video for a visual demonstration:
How can I confirm that I received and installed my faucet flow restrictor(s)?
Please visit the Device Installation tab of this portal and follow the instructions. We ask that you take and submit one representative photo of each type of installed device.
Large Device Rebate Incentives
What is the benefit of using ENERGY STAR dishwashers?
ENERGY STAR dishwashers cost about $35 per year to run and will save an average of 3,870 gallons of water over its lifetime. These efficient models also use less energy than conventional models while still getting the job done. Energy and water consumption as well as overall performance are improved factors for ENERGY STAR models with their soil sensors, enhanced water filtration system, efficient jets and innovative dish rack designs.
How do I apply for the ENERGY STAR Dishwasher rebate?
Please visit West Basin Municipal Water District’s online rebate application for ENERGY STAR Dishwashers: westbasinc4k.com/dishwasher-rebate
What is the rebate amount for the ENERGY STAR Dishwasher program?
The rebate amount for ENERGY STAR Dishwashers is up to $6,000 per machine.
How many rebate opportunities does Cash For Kitchens provide for ENERGY STAR Dishwashers?
The program currently offers 35 rebate opportunities for ENERGY STAR Dishwashers. This is on a first-come-first-serve basis!
Who provides the funding for the ENERGY STAR Dishwasher rebate?
West Basin Municipal Water District provides the funding for this rebate program. Please contact Jenyffer Vasquez (JenyfferV@westbasin.org) or call (310) 660-6225 for more information.
What is the benefit of using a connectionless food steamer?
Small-to-medium-sized restaurants and other food service sites can benefit from water-efficient and pressureless food steamers to help maintain food warm. They are not run with water line or sewer discharge lines. Connectionless food steams can save an average of 81,500 gallons of water per year. They also have an estimated 10-year life span.
How do I apply for the Connectionless Food Steamer rebate?
Please visit Metropolitan Water District’s website for Commercial Connectionless Food Steamer rebates for more information and to apply for the rebate: https://socalwatersmart.com/en/commercial/rebates/available-rebates/commercial- devices/connectionless-food-steamers/
What is the rebate amount for the Connectionless Food Steamer program?
The rebate amount for Connectionless Food Steamers is up to to $6,000 per machine.
See the list of eligible models:
https://socalwatersmart.com/files/pdfs/met-cii-cfs.pdf
How many rebate opportunities does Cash For Kitchens provide for Connectionless Food Steamers?
The program currently offers 10 rebate opportunities for connectionless food steamers. This is on a first-come-first-serve basis!
Who provides the funding for the Connectionless Food Steamer rebate?
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California provides the funding for this rebate.
https://socalwatersmart.com/en/commercial/rebates/general-information/about-the-program/
What is the benefit of using an air-cooled ice machine v. a water-cooled ice machine?
Commercial air-cooled ice machines are quicker and use less energy and water to make ice. Water-cooled ice machines use more water to cool the system in order to produce ice. Commercial water-cooled ice machines typically waste 130 to 180 gallons of cooling water per 100 pounds of ice, which doesn’t include the water needed to produce the ice itself. 15 to 25 gallons of water are needed to produce 100 pounds of ice. Older ice machines may use approximately 90 gallons of water to produce as much. Installing an air-cooled ice machine may save 219,000 gallons of water!
How do I apply for the Air-Cooled Ice Machine rebate?
Please visit Metropolitan Water District’s website for Commercial Air-Cooled Ice Machine Rebates for more information and to apply for the rebate: https://socalwatersmart.com/en/commercial/rebates/available-rebates/commercial-devices/air- cooled-ice-machines/
What is the rebate amount for the Air-Cooled Ice Machine program?
The rebate amount for Air-Cooled Ice Machines is up to $3,000 per machine. See the list of eligible models: https://socalwatersmart.com/files/pdfs/met-cii-acim.pdf
How many rebate opportunities does Cash For Kitchens provide for Air-Cooled Ice Machines?
The program initially provided up to 10 rebates for Air-Cooled Ice Machines. As of February 2021, the program currently offers 2 rebate opportunities. This is on a first-come-first-serve basis!
Who provides the funding for the Air-Cooled Ice Machine rebate?
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California provides the funding for this rebate. https://socalwatersmart.com/en/commercial/rebates/general-information/about-the-program/
Whom should I contact if I have questions about these rebate programs?
Please contact Jenyffer Vasquez (JenyfferV@westbasin.org) or call (310) 660-6225 for more information. You may also contact program outreach staff at (888) 274-2167.
South Bay City Council of Governments (SBCCOG) staff is available to answer your questions and to assist with the survey. Call for assistance or to make a virtual appointment: (310) 371-4633.
To speak directly with a representative from the South Bay City Council of Governments, contact Martha Segovia at (martha@southbaycities.org) or call (310) 926-5453.
Contact Jenyffer Vasquez (JenyfferV@westbasin.org) for more information.
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