The LA Stormwater Blog

Building Your Own Rain Garden

Rain gardens are not only visually stunning but also serve a crucial ecological purpose by capturing and filtering rainwater runoff. By incorporating native plants and thoughtful design principles, you can create a vibrant and sustainable rain garden that enhances your landscape while protecting the environment. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of rain gardens […]

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Explore Earth Day’s Parties, Parks, and Perks

April 22nd is Earth Day, a worldwide holiday celebrating the beautiful planet we live on and emphasizing what we can do to protect it from pollution, trash, and wasteful behavior. The official theme of this year’s Earth day is Planet vs. Plastics. As in years past, plenty of exciting events are brewing to celebrate this […]

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Every Drop Counts

Los Angeles is no stranger to water conservation, with a rich history of adopting innovative methods to ensure sustainability. From enhanced stormwater capture to water reclamation, technical innovations in the ways we use our water are helping us preserve our most precious liquid resource. However, just because you aren’t making any breakthrough in conservation technology, […]

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Join the Global City Nature Challenge

Get ready for an adventure like no other as the City Nature Challenge kicks off on April 26 until April 29th! Started in 2016 as a friendly rivalry between Los Angeles and San Francisco, this international event has blossomed into the largest bioblitz in the world, inspiring people from all walks of life to explore […]

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Digging In To Urban Gardening

April showers bring May flowers, right!? Well if this spring season you’re hoping to start a garden of your own we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re nestled in a cozy apartment or have a patch of soil to call your own, the vibrant city of Los Angeles offers endless possibilities for cultivating your very own […]

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Simple Solutions to Save LA’s Wildlife

It is not a stretch to say that our city is the metropolitan hub of Southern California – a truly urban jungle of concrete roads and buildings. This only makes our surprisingly robust ecosystem of wild flora and fauna that much more surprising – even to residents. We’ve actually spoken quite a bit in the […]

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Making Waves on World Water Day

Spring season is finally upon us! Which means you might be reaching for your sprinklers, hoses or watering cans as the rainy season is behind us. Have you ever wondered about the source of the water you use in the garden? Surprise – it might be recycled! Did you know that LA Sanitation and the […]

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Green Celebrations for Lunar New Year

February 10th is the first day of the official Lunar New Year. We join Asian communities here in LA and around the globe in wishing everyone good luck in the year to come. Lunar New Year, widely celebrated across East Asia and among global communities, marks the beginning of the lunar calendar. This festive occasion […]

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The Wonders of Wetlands

Here in Los Angeles beaches are a top destination for Californians or visitors alike! One thing we all may take for granted when visiting the beach are the nearby wetlands. To celebrate World Wetlands Day, observed yearly on February 2nd, let’s highlight some of the amazing wetlands in our local communities, and what you can […]

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Beyond the Glass: Cabrillo Aquarium’s Marine Marvels

The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, nestled along the coast in San Pedro, is a haven for marine enthusiasts and curious minds alike. With its engaging exhibits, events, and interactive programs, the aquarium offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich marine life found along the Southern California coast.  One of the standout events hosted by the […]

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