Many Americans were living paycheck to paycheck even before the pandemic. Now, families who have been hit the hardest during the pandemic with unemployment or reduced income have to find new ways to protect their financial health until they get…
Reduce waste and boost growth There are a lot of great reasons to reduce waste in the household, but one way you may not have tried yet is to create your own DIY compost. Humans have been composting, or using…
Every little bit counts Whether you’re trying to lower your water bill, have the health and sustainability of our city’s water supply in mind, or if you’re looking for ways to save water, you’ve come to the right place. Since…
Your water questions answered Mortgages, taxes, escrow, equity — buying your first home is full of complicated terms that make it one of the most overwhelming experiences of any adult’s life. The last thing you need is to be confused…
Healthy and sustainable — it’s a win-win When you grow your own fruits and veggies in your garden, you open yourself up to a world of culinary opportunities you never had before. South Texas is prime for growing your own…
Introducing: Making Music Waterful It falls from the sky; it’s stored underground; we drink it; we put it in our food; we swim in it—water is absolutely vital to our everyday life. The truth is we couldn’t exist without it,…
More residents means more water As one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation, San Antonio welcomes more than 66 new residents every day. That’s almost 2,000 per month and more than 23,000 per year! That number doesn’t look like…
Water gadgets that save you money With a little work, everyone can save water and money when it comes to managing water in their yard or home. These gadgets make it even easier to monitor the water used by you…
Dedication to innovation Everyone knows you’re supposed to keep water and technology far away from each other, but when it comes to SAWS’ dedication to water innovation, the two pair perfectly together. As a technological leader among city water utilities,…
Wake up with some spice You could start your day with the same mundane cup of coffee that you always drink, or you could take it to a whole new level. This fall, treat yourself to some excitement and spice…
We don’t notice how much we rely on water until something goes awry. From a faucet leak to a malfunctioning sprinkler geyser, there are a handful of unexpected curveballs that could be thrown your way. At SAWS, we want to…
Farm-to-freezer treats Herbs are some of the easiest and most versatile items to grow in a garden. Luckily for South Texas gardeners, our climate is prime for some of the best herbs, including basil, cilantro, dill, oregano, parsley, and rosemary.…
Unknown offenders It’s a Saturday afternoon and you’ve got chores to do: you make breakfast for the family (bacon and eggs...yum!), walk the dog, then wash your car and give it an oil change. You may not realize it, but…
Take a moment and picture your Thanksgiving table. What do you see? Turkey, of course, as well as stuffing, potatoes, pies, cranberry sauce, casseroles, greens, salads, and so much more. Everyone loves the classics, but there’s always an opportunity to…
San Antonians love their coffee and it shows in all the great cafés around the city. You may not have ever stopped to think about it, but to have great tasting coffee, you have to start with excellent water. The…