2011 PARTNERS
At Rain Bird, we're committed to engineering products that use water intelligently. But that's just the start. This film competition is one way we've extended The Intelligent Use of Water™ beyond water-efficient products to education, training and services that will help the world use this precious resource more responsibly. We're not alone in this effort. We'd like to thank The Chronicles Group, FilmL.A., GOOD, Southern Nevada Water Authority and Questex Media for helping make this year's competition possible.
Chronicles Group
Jim Thebaut and others launched the Chronicles Group in 2000 for the purpose of educating the public through media about the profound issues that effect the survival of the planet. In February 2005, the initial "Running Dry" documentary was released throughout the world. The film helped lead to the passage of landmark legislation, The Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act in late 2005. Its sequel, "The American Southwest: Are We Running Dry?" was completed in July 2008.
The Chronicles Group is dedicated to providing visual and educational records for the general public viewing about profound issues facing the 21st century. Its mission is for all people to have access to safe, affordable and sustainable drinking water. Learn more at www.chroniclesgroup.org
FilmL.A.
FilmL.A. is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization that provides filmmakers with expert, centralized coordination of multi-jurisdictional film permits. As a contractor to the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions, FilmL.A. serves permit-seeking customers including feature film, television and commercial producers and their representatives, independent filmmakers, still photographers and student directors. Facilitating nearly 55,000 days of permitted production per year, FilmL.A. works to strike a balance between the needs and interests of the entertainment industry and the neighborhoods affected by on-location production. Learn more about FilmL.A. on its web site, www.filmla.com
Denver Botanic Gardens
The mission of the Denver Botanic Gardens is to connect people with plants, especially plants from the Rocky Mountain region and similar regions around the world, providing delight and enlightenment to everyone. The organization also spreads the collective wisdom of the Gardens through outreach, collaboration and education. Its conservation programs play a major role in saving species and protecting natural habitats for future generations. Learn more at http://www.botanicgardens.org
SNWA
The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) is a cooperative agency formed in 1991 to address Southern Nevada's unique water needs on a regional basis. SNWA is governed by a seven-member agency comprised of representatives from each of its member organizations, which include water agencies in the Las Vegas area. The member agencies provide water and/or wastewater services to Southern Nevada. SNWA's mission is to manage the region's water resources and develop solutions that will ensure adequate future water supplies for the Las Vegas Valley. Learn more about the SNWA and get general tips on how to use water wisely at www.snwa.com
Questex
Questex Media Group, Inc., is a global, diversified business-to-business media and information provider, headquartered in Newton, MA. Questex serves a broad range of industries, from technology and travel to home entertainment and landscape design. The company's media properties include Golfdom and Landscape Management. A B2B magazine covering golf course management and operation, Golfdom delivers relevant, practical content designed to help its readers enjoy greater professional success. Now celebrating its 45th year, Landscape Management is the Green Industry's most trusted source for cutting-edge information focused on business development, technology and issues management.