2000s - NOW

Aerial view of a city.

2002

The district's service population surpasses 1 million people.

Aerial view of installed Luce solar panels.

Mid-2000s

The district begins a sustainable energy initiative, replacing gas-fueled vehicles with models fueled by hydrogen and other alternative fuels, and installing solar panels to power buildings and water operations.

Springs Preserve sunny exterior view near Desert Living Center, Rotunda and Sustainable Gallery.

2007

The Springs Preserve opens in June, welcoming visitors to explore the place where the area's original springs bubbled to the surface. The Preserve includes desert wetlands, walking trails, a museum, and LEED-certified sustainable buildings for events.

Group of solar panels at an angle on the ground installed at hydrogen fueling station.

2008

The Alternative Vehicle Institute names the Water District a national award winner. The district's hydrogen fueling facility is one of only two in the country that operates on solar energy.

Front view of six LVVWD fleet trucks parked side-by-side.

2010

The Water District ranks third in Government Fleet Magazine's Top 40 Government Green Fleets in America.

Rear of LVVWD fleet vehicle with Powered by Clean Fuel Biodiesel placard and award plaque placed on top of bumper.

2013

The National Biodiesel Board awards LVVWD the Eye on Biodiesel: Inspiration Award for testing biodiesel and inspiring fleets nationwide.

Las Vegas Valley Water District yellow, blue and white logo: 60 years, 1954 to 2014.

2014

The Las Vegas Valley Water District celebrates its 60th anniversary.

Translucent award plaque engraved with awarded to Las Vegas Valley Water District 2015, in front of wood background.

2015

The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies awards the Platinum Award for Utility Excellence to the district.

Alfred Merritt Smith Water Treatment Facility building sign in front of building exterior.

2016

The American Water Works Association awards a Partnership for Safe Water Presidents Award to the River Mountains and Alfred Merritt Smith water treatment plants for excellence in water treatment plant operation and performance.