Conservation

Southern Nevada Water Authority works to provide sustainable water service in a region that only receives an average of five inches of rain per year. Water conservation has been an integral part of the agency’s mission since its inception in 1991, and the Water Resource Plan is one of the nation’s strongest, saving Southern Nevada billions of gallons of water per year. Collectively, Southern Nevada Water Authority member agencies serve over 2.3 million residents in Southern Nevada.

The Desert Conservation Program works to ensure that all species in the Clark County region — including the Wild Desert Tortoise — not only survive but have a chance to thrive. The Desert Conservation Program includes habitat and species research, restoration and education of the public, as well as acquisition of sensitive habitats. If you see a Wild Desert Tortoise on a construction site, please call the assistance line at 702-593-9027 and the tortoise will be picked up free of charge.

For a community to be sustainable, everyone needs to take action in one way or another. The All-In Clark County initiative makes a tremendous effort to save energy, prolong resources, and support the stability of our community by putting actionable steps in place. The County Operations Sustainability & Action Plan defined our pain points and highlighted tangible goals, and the next phase, The Community Plan, will strive to categorize and conquer. Emphasizing Clean & Reliable Energy, Resilient County Operations, Smart Waste Management & Reduction, Sustainable Transportation, and Water Conservation & Protection, you are bound to find your passion, help the community, and make the environment longer-lasting.