California has long faced issues with water scarcity, and in response, the state has implemented new water conservation regulations. These regulations are crucial for preserving our natural resources and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

As a result, homeowners need to be aware of these regulations and take the necessary steps to comply with them. Failure to comply could mean incurring fines issued by local water suppliers. Fortunately, installing artificial grass is a cost-effective solution that many Bay Area homeowners are turning to — and love. To help you better understand what’s in store, here’s everything you need to know about California’s new water conservation regulations and how synthetic turf can help.

What Is It?

On July 3, 2024, the California State Water Resources Control Board unanimously adopted the “Making Conservation a California Way of Life” regulation, which addresses all aspects of urban water usage.

In order to reduce water waste throughout the state, the new regulations assign a “water budget” to 405 cities and urban water suppliers throughout the state based on factors such as climate, population, and livestock ownership. Each water supplier must “implement locally appropriate solutions” to meet their specific water budget by 2027. Failure to demonstrate compliance will result in fines or other penalties.

How Will It Affect Homeowners?

This new law doesn’t regulate individual homeowners — only suppliers. However, suppliers will almost certainly pass water usage limits and any overage fines onto their customers.

“Water suppliers will need to develop and implement new programs that require long-term customer behavior change and significant investments,” said Chelsea Haines of the Association of California Water Agencies. This means that even though the new regulations aren’t aimed directly at individual homeowners, they will still be forced to adapt and significantly reduce their water usage or face fines from their water supplier.

How Can Synthetic Grass Installation Help?

Switching to synthetic grass is a simple and effective way for homeowners to reduce their water usage and meet the new water conservation targets. Artificial turf is made from synthetic materials such as polyethylene and nylon, so it doesn’t require watering in order to remain green. With approximately 30 percent of all home water usage being used outdoors, switching to artificial grass can drastically reduce household water waste overnight.

Artificial turf also has other benefits that make it an ideal option for homeowners looking to improve their sustainability. Despite looking and feeling just like natural grass, artificial grass doesn’t require mowing, edging, or fertilizing, making it low-maintenance and hassle-free. This also allows homeowners to eliminate the need for gasoline-powered lawn tools and toxic lawn maintenance chemicals, making your lifestyle more eco-friendly and keeping your lawn safer for the whole family. Synthetic grass is also designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, including droughts, so you can enjoy a lush, green lawn year-round — even during California’s notorious dry periods.

If you need further guidance in choosing which wholesale synthetic turf products are right for your sustainable landscape renovation, contact your local Synthetic Grass Warehouse location. At SGW Bay Area, we can help you find the perfect artificial grass products for your home or business. SGW has been an industry-leading artificial grass manufacturer for more than 20 years, helping installers and homeowners alike with all their artificial turf installation needs. To find out more about our products or to receive guidance with your next turf grass installation, contact your local Synthetic Grass Warehouse facility today.