Rain Barrels Available For Free For Malibu Residents

MALIBU, CA — Malibu residents looking for an easy way to incorporate sustainable practices into their lives will be eligible to receive free rain barrels.

The rain-capturing barrels reduce runoff and allow residents to reuse rainwater for landscaping and other purposes. The West Basin Municipal Water District will distribute some 1,500 barrels to residents within its service area in the coming months.

Water officials say one barrel can save up to 620 gallons of water per year.

“Water conservation is crucial in our region, and our rain barrel program empowers people to make a practical difference without even having to think about it because the rain barrel does all the work for them,” said West Basin Board President and Division III Director Desi Alvarez. “By collecting and using rainwater, we can reduce our reliance on imported water and help preserve our precious resources.”

Residents are eligible to receive up to two free 50-gallon rain barrels, valued at $80 each. Use of the barrels also help residents qualify for a Grass Replacement Rebate Program for up to $15,000 for grass removal on residential properties.

Six barrel pickup events are scheduled:

• Inglewood, Nov. 16
• El Segundo, Nov. 23
• Gardena, Dec. 7
• Lomita, Dec. 14
• Malibu, Jan. 11
• Rolling Hills Estate, Jan. 25

Information about the program, registration and eligibility guidelines is available on West Basin's website.