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iv washers, etc. The estimated total emissions reduction from water conservation programs in Santa Ana is 1,853 MTCOze /year.5 In addi- tion, since 2008, Santa Ana has progressively increased the volume of reclaimed water used in non- potable applications by 53.4 million gallons, from 62.3 to 115.7 million gallons. Each gallon of reclaimed water saves energy because it was not pumped from outside state water sources like some of the potable water is, and because it will be used for nonpotable applications, less energy intensive water treatment is needed. The total energy savings is estimated to be 494,928 kWh /year, resulting in an emissions reduction of 142 MTCOze /year.e Santa Ana uses 64 gallons of water per capita per day, among the lowest in Orange County which averages approximately 128 gallons per day. Municipal Operations Actions The City of Santa Ana has implemented several changes to its own operations that are leading by example and saving taxpayer dollars. LED Street Lighting Santa Ana has reported saving an annual 1,267,531 kWh /year by replacing 1,262 high pressure sodium fixtures with LED fixtures. The new fixtures are reducing emissions by 365 MTCOze /year. In addition to reduced 1 Introduction energy consumption, the lifetime of LED lights is considerably longer than many other types of lighting and can reduce replacement costs. LED fixtures can also provide greater direc- tionality for outdoor lighting thereby reducing light pollution. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 The City received American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds for energy efficient improvements such as lighting and heating and air conditioning systems at City facilities and parks. These projects reduce electricity use by 1,255,864 kWh /year and save Santa Ana taxpayers over $100,000/ year. The resulting emissions reduction is 362 MTCOze /year. Water Wells Motor Efficiency Upgrade Energy efficient motors were recently installed at many City water wells, saving over one mil- lion kWh /year. The resulting emissions reduc- tion from this action is 461 MTCO2e /year. The Santa Ana groundwater wells are known for producing some of the best tasting water in the country, and do so with a reduced envi- ronmental impact. Alternative Fuel Vehicle Policy The South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1191 requires City vehicles operators to acquire low- emitting gasoline or alternative -fuel vehicles to reduce air toxic and criteria pollutants emissions. The City is meeting this Rule through its Alter- native Fuel Vehicle Policy to reduce emissions through the purchase of hybrid vehicles and vehicles powered by CNG, electricity, and propane. The City currently has 51 alternative fuel vehicles in its fleet, including 20 electric and 21 hybrid vehicles. The City's infrastruc- ture consists of CNG fueling and electric charging stations. In 2016, the City will add public access electric charging stations. 75B -20