By Todd Danielson, VP of Engineering, Texas Water Utilities, SouthWest Water Company Summertime calls for frequent and substantial uses of water to keep ourselves, our food and our lawns healthy. According to the Texas Water Development Board, the largest use of water is for irrigation, making up 59% of the […]
Read More...What Texans learned from severe weather…and preparing for hurricane season
By Jeffrey L. McIntyre, President of Texas Water Utilities, SouthWest Water Company The 2021 hurricane season has officially begun, and experts predict another above-normal season in the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico. As we prepare for significant inland rainfall caused by these storms, we must remember valuable lessons learned […]
Read More...Preparing for a water emergency during a hurricane
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, there is a 60% chance of an “above-normal” hurricane season in the Atlantic this year. Hurricanes that start near the Caribbean and Mexico can inevitably make their way to the Gulf of Mexico, hitting the Texas coast. When living near the Gulf […]
Read More...How to maintain water quality and protect local water sources on this Earth Day
Earth Day is a time for us to bring about awareness of our planet’s most precious resources—including water. This Thursday, April 22, we want to remind you of ways we can help each other protect our water sources. Without good, clean water, we could not survive and not a single […]
Read More...Winter Storm Credit
We know you may have a lot of questions regarding your bill given the recent storm and its impact. We’ve compiled the following information to assist your understanding. Our current statement on your upcoming bills: Texas endured the biggest statewide weather event in recent memory—and we know that many are […]
Read More...Be empowered to minimize water damage in a freeze
During a severe weather event when power systems and utilities are overwhelmed, you may experience disruptions in the reliability of your water service and potentially ruptured plumbing
Read More...Water utilities offer safe, stable jobs for women
Katie Zheng, planning manager for SouthWest Water Company, Texas Utilities. In 2015, the United Nations General Assembly declared February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, in an effort to achieve equal access to science for women and girls. Overall, women are underrepresented in STEM-related fields, […]
Read More...Monarch Utilities: Understanding New Rates
To understand the Monarch Utilities recent rate review, we want you to have all the related information in one place. This article will explain the rate review, what goes into setting rates, and the resources available to you. It is important to us that you have what you need to […]
Read More...SouthWest Water Company releases 2020 infrastructure report for Texas Water Utilities
Sugar Land, Texas – Today, SouthWest Water Company (SWWC) released its 2020 Texas Water Utilities Infrastructure Report, including water and wastewater system upgrades completed in 2020 in 17 counties across the state. Since January 1, 2020, SouthWest Water Company has directly invested approximately $24 million in repairs, replacements, and infrastructure upgrades […]
Read More...Expert Article: In this time of crisis, water utilities offer safe, stable jobs
By Katie Zheng, TWU Planning Manager The impact of COVID-19 on our community and economy is undeniable, with Texas experiencing a record high unemployment rate of 13.0% as of June of this year. During this time of crisis, jobs in essential services are in high demand and are more important […]
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