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Running a hospitality operation means relying on water at every step of the guest experience, from prepping ingredients and keeping dishes spotless to maintaining clean restrooms and ensuring cooling systems run smoothly. Water keeps your business moving, but it shouldn’t drain your bottom line.
Upgrading to high efficiency equipment isn’t just a smart financial move; it’s a long term investment in a more resilient, sustainable hospitality operation. And with LADWP’s commercial rebates, making those upgrades is easier and more affordable.
Why Upgrade?
Modern water saving devices help you:
- Lower utility bills by reducing daily water consumption
- Improve operational efficiencies
- Strengthen your sustainability credentials and show your commitment to conservation
- Appeal to eco conscious customers who value green business practices
- Offset upfront costs through LADWP rebates on qualifying equipment
Businesses that have already upgraded are seeing meaningful results. As Mark Gentili, LADWP’s Manager of Water Conservation Programs, shares, “participants who purchased an ice machine received a $1,000 rebate and are now saving about 50,181 gallons of water annually.” He notes that “some operators have seen a return on investment in as little as seven months.” It shows just how fast efficient equipment can start delivering meaningful savings on both water use and operating costs.
Rebate-Eligible Water Devices
Applications are submitted through the Metropolitan Water District SoCal Water $mart website.
| Device | Benefit | Rebate | Gallons Saved/Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-Efficiency Toilets | Reduced water per flush | $300/toilet | 12,056 |
| High-Efficiency Urinals | Lower restroom water usage | $500/urinal | 39,982 |
| Food Steamers | Save on average 81,500 gallons annually for life of product | Up to $600 per compartment | 81,500 |
| Air-Cooled Ice Machines | Eliminate water waste from cooling | Up to $1,000 | 50,181 |
| Food Defrosting Equipment LADWP’s newest rebated device! | Reduce water use vs. running tap thawing | Up to $2,300 per device | 270,782 |
| Cooling Tower Conductivity Controllers | Minimize unnecessary water discharge | Up to $3,000, depending on type of conductivity controller | Varies with project |
| Custom Water Saving Projects (Technical Assistance Program) | Save water and/or unnecessary water waste | $7 per 1,000 gallons of water saved during the first two years | Varies with project |
Energy-Saving Device Rebates Also Available
LADWP also has a variety of rebates and programs available specifically designed to help your hospitality business save on energy use and associated costs. From lighting, ice makers and food defrosters to HVAC, refrigeration, and cooking equipment. Pairing water saving devices with energy efficient equipment maximizes your savings and reinforces your commitment to a greener, more cost effective operation.
For a full overview of hospitality rebates for eligible water and energy-efficient equipment, visit LADWP.com/HospitalityRebates.
April 2026 Empowering Small Business
LADWP's monthly Empowering Small Business Newsletter helps inform industry-specific small business customers about LADWP news, conservation programs and ways to save on their bill.
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