Environmental

Nevada's high desert climate and water scarcity have led Southern Nevada Water Authority to offer rebates for removing what type of landscaping?

ANative desert plants such as creosote and Joshua trees

BOrnamental grass and non-functional turf (grass)✓ Correct

CDrought-resistant cacti and succulents

DMature shade trees that consume groundwater

Explanation

The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) offers turf removal rebates to homeowners and businesses that replace water-intensive grass lawns with drought-tolerant landscaping (xeriscaping). Non-functional turf — grass areas not used for recreation — is the primary target.

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