Be Water and Wastewater Wise

Choose Products with Care

In your pursuit to save water the home appliances you purchase can make a big difference. However, some water-miser washing machines that you won't find on EBMUD's rebate list are those that use silver ion technology. These machines impregnate clothing with silver ions that may also be washed down the drain. Because silver is an aquatic toxin, many wastewater agencies are concerned that the silver from these washing machines may end up in our waterways, where it can harm fish.

For more information on nanosilver, log on to http://www.ebmud.com/cleanbay or e-mail cleanbay@ebmud.com or call 510 287-1651.

For information on EBMUD's clothes washer rebates, visit the Drought Help Center on http://www.ebmud.com/