Riverside Public Utilities has formed a partnership with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) to streamline and automate the rebate process for high-efficiency toilets, clothes washers, irrigation controllers, and many other water-saving devices.
Rebates will now be administered and processed by MWD. Rebate applications and specific information is available at www.socalwatersmart.com.
To check the status of your application, please contact the SoCal Water$mart hotline at (888) 376-3314 or e-mail [email protected].
To apply today, please visit SoCal Water$mart.
Outdoor
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Commercial Turf Replacement Program
Reduce water usage by up to an estimated 60% by removing turf and converting to drought tolerant landscape. Effective 3/1/2026, rebates are $2 per square foot existing, irrigated turf that is removed and replaced with a climate-appropriate landscape, up to a total of 50,000 square feet removed.
To estimate the rebate amount of your turf replacement project, visit SoCalWaterSmart's commercial rebate estimator here.
Water Savings Incentive Program
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Water Savings Incentive Program (WSIP)
WSIP is designed for non-residential customers improving their water efficiency through upgraded equipment or services that do not qualify for standard rebates. WSIP provides an incentive based on the amount of water customers save (“pay-for-performance”).
Plumbing Fixtures
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Premium High-Efficiency Toilets (PHETs)
PHETs use almost 20% less water than the current WaterSense standard toilets. Rebates start at $240 per eligible model.
High-Efficiency, Ultra Low-Flush & Zero Water Urinals
Ultra low-flush and zero-water urinals reduce water consumption while providing effective, low-maintenance flushing in public restrooms. Rebates start at $200 for qualified devices.
Plumbing Flow Control Valves
Designed to maintain water pressure while reducing flow in faucets and showers by up to 60%. Rebates start at $5/Flow Control Valve.
Landscaping Equipment
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Weather-Based “Smart” Irrigation Controllers
Provide appropriate watering schedules based on weather and landscape needs. Rebates start at $35/station.
Central Computer Irrigation Controllers
Designed for large irrigated areas such as golf courses, parks, schools, and large commercial complexes. Rebates start at $35/station.
High-Efficiency Nozzles for Pop-Up Spray Heads
Distribute water more effectively. Rebates up to $5/nozzle.
High-Efficiency Nozzles for Large Rotary Heads
Metal nozzles resist wear and distribute water more uniformly. Rebates start at $13/set.
In-Stem Flow Regulators
Controls water flow at the head; ideal for parks, schools, office complexes, golf courses, and nurseries. Rebates start at $1/regulator; minimum 25.
Soil Moisture Sensor Systems
Detects irrigation needs by measuring soil moisture. Rebates start at $35 per controller station.
Food Equipment
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Connectionless Food Steamers
Water-efficient, connectionless (pressureless) steamers for small- to medium-size restaurants. Rebates start at $485/compartment.
Air-Cooled Ice Machines
Use less water and energy than conventional machines and make ice more efficiently. Rebates start at $1,000 per qualifying machine.
HVAC Equipment
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Cooling Tower Conductivity Controllers
Improve control over blowdown and makeup water; integrated pH controllers enhance treatment. Rebates start at $625 for conductivity controllers and $1,750 for pH controllers.
Medical and Dental Equipment
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Dry Vacuum Pumps
Dry vacuum pumps avoid large water use of liquid-ring pumps. Rebates start at $125/0.5HP.
Laminar Flow Restrictors
Produce a non-aerated clear stream while inhibiting bacterial growth; reduce flow rates to lower water and energy costs.