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Find out more about tree care, sustainable landscaping, composting, attractive alternatives to lawns and new EcoHome. Take a tour of the EcoHome or attend one of our open houses. [more] | 
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Starting mid-May-project work at Alma & Oregon. Thru June---project work at Matadero Creek (Miranda & Foothill). Thru July---work on Junipero Serra Blvd. [more] | 
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The full City Council will consider the recommendation at an upcoming meeting. [more] | 
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Celebrate the Earth all the time! See the community's progress on our Climate Protection Plan and find links to events, programs and services you can take advantage of now! [more] | 
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Save water for all of our futures. Find out how your water use compares with others. [more] | 
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Photos and more from the recent Great Race for Saving Water. See the fun, community camaraderie and be inspired to help the cause of preserving our water resources. [more] | 
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Stay comfortable and save energy with these tips. [more] | 
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Over 16,000 residents made the pledge to be more efficient. [more] | 
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How we can help you at home. [more] | 
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A way to get information about your energy usage is available in Palo Alto. [more] | 
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Tours are usually scheduled by request, so call (650) 329-2241 to coordinate your tour. Next open houses on May 2 and June 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. [more] | 
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Find out about our financing program for residential efficiency programs. [more] | 
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As a renter, you can't make major upgrades to your home. How do you save water and energy? [more] | 
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Find out how to avoid wasting energy through "phantom loads" and how much energy your video game console uses when it is OFF! Did you know that your set-top cable box uses as much energy as your refrigerator? [more] | 
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Protect yourself from solar and energy efficiency scammers; use our contractor certification program at www.egia.org/paloalto or look here for more information. [more] | 
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Download our new free app to find the services and resources you need! [more] | 
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Read about your Electric Utility achieving "Gold Level" Reliable Public Power Provider status. Plus discover the many benefits of having community-owned electric, gas, water and sewer utilities. [more] | 
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Your City Council voted for a Carbon Neutral Electric Resource Plan--an important step down the path to a healthier planet. [more] | 
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Find ways to save on your Utilities' bills! [more] | 
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Do you want to reduce your gas bill? Upgrade your furnace or hot water heater! [more] | 
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Now that cold weather is here, use as many of these tips as possible to stay warm and save on natural gas! [more] | 
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Meeting Agendas and Presentations here [more] | 
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25 facilities honored for high energy efficiency achievements! [more] | 
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Note all the LED street lights around town! [more] | 
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Before clearing a clog in your sewer service, call (650) 496-6995 to have the City check the line for a crossbore. This safety service is provided 24/7. [more] | 
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Hot summer days are the perfect time to consider giving your landscape an irrigation make-over. [more] | 
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During Irrigation Month, do you know if you use a typical amount of water? Or should you try to reduce your water use? [more] | 
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Update on the projects paid for by the Federal Stimulus funds [more] | 
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Curious on how the City of Palo Alto Utilities' electric rates compare with others? [more] | 
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Find links to basic water utility information, plus get updates on any water service outages or quality issues [more] | 
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Unfortunate water main break made this action unavoidable. [more] | 
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From now through December 2013, El Camino Park will be closed for construction of a new underground reservoir and well for our emergency water supply; park renovation will follow. [more] | 
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Handy listing of days and times. [more] | 
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Every year in May, the Utilities Department needs access to your meters to conduct its mandatory annual meter-reading audit on households where customers usually self-read the meters. [more] | 
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No outages at this time. Be prepared for outages with these tips. Also, receive notifications on emergencies impacting your neighborhood via AlertSCC at http://www.alertscc.com/. [more] | 
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Get information on major planned outages and why they are necessary. [more] | 
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Since July 2011, the Utilities Department has been actively implementing the next phase of its gas-sewer crossbore inspection program. [more] | 
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Learn more about the City of Palo Alto's partnership with the federal Environmental Protection Agency's Responsible Appliance Disposal program and view the 2010 report. [more] |
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By making a voluntary donation via your utilities bill you can help your Palo Alto neighbors who are experiencing an unexpected hardship and can't pay their bill.
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Trees and power lines can co-exist! If you have a private tree conflicting with power lines, you have several options, including possible free removal and rebates for replacement. [more] | 
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State law mandates how customers who have solar electric or PV systems get credited for their system's generation. Let us know how you wish to receive this credit. [more] | 
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It's never been easier to have a beautiful, water efficient garden--Be Bay-Friendly! [more] | 
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Find out information about the 2013 Greenlight Film Festival [more] | 
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Find out how much energy you are using and SAVE! [more] |
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Interested in upgrading your home? Questions about the Energy Upgrade California program? We have answers here. [more] | 
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Every year there is work on the water supply system, typically in January. During this time, there may be a slight and temporary change in your water. This will not impact its safety or quality. [more] |
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National rankings show Palo Alto is again among the top utilities nationwide for solar electric installations. [more] | 
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Getting ready for an earthquake [more] | 
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A Guide To Prevention and What To Do If You Are a Victim [more] | 
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Most gas pipeline repair and replacements do not require a disruption in service. [more] | 
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Find out more about the meter-reading schedules and options. [more] | 
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A beautiful, healthy space for the whole community to enjoy. [more] | 
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Ways to prevent sewer backups and avoid expensive emergency plumbing. [more] | 
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FAQs Related to El Camino Park Reservoir, Pump Station and Well Project [more] |
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Information on Utilities' programs to monitor the levels of lead and copper in Palo Alto's water supply. [more] |
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See information about your utility bill and usage online. [more] | 
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