Local Water Supply
Fremont residents and businesses receive their fresh water supply from the
Alameda County Water District (ACWD), which sources water from the California State Water Project, Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, and Alameda Creek Water-shed. The
Union Sanitary District (USD) provides wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal services.
Conserving water means taking action on climate in Fremont. The transportation and treatment of water before and after consumption uses a significant amount of energy, contributing to local greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, nitrous oxide (N2O) and methane (CH4) (both greenhouse gases) are produced from the organic material in wastewater systems.
Effective state policies, increased adoption of water efficient appliances and landscape management practices, and widespread conservation behavior have resulted in a drop in per capita water consumption in recent years.