Odds are that this winter’s going to be a wet one. The intermittent climate phenomenon known as El Niño, which typically means more rain and snow for California, developed over the summer and is expected to intensify in the next few months. And this year’s El Niño is predicted to be an exceptionally strong one — […]
A $38 million state grant awarded this week will be used to increase rebates to businesses and institutions that replace turf with water-efficient landscaping as a deadline looms to phase out turf at commercial, industrial, municipal and institutional properties. In addition to the rebate program, the money will also be used to help thousands of […]
As forecasts tease California with rainstorms this week, the state’s reservoirs are already flush with water. It’s a big departure from a year ago: The state’s major reservoirs — which store water collected mostly from rivers in the northern portion of the state — are in good shape, with levels at 124% of average. In late […]
Millions of Southern Californians who were required to dramatically reduce their water use last year will have increased access to water in the future under two projects recently announced by the Metropolitan Water District. Metropolitan—the nation’s largest water wholesaler and sole water provider to the local Las Virgenes and Calleguas municipal water districts—approved a $9.8-million […]
The Elk Grove Water District is putting together a free sign-up event Friday that will provide a leg up for low-income households struggling to pay bills. The event will help residents apply for assistance through the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), a federally funded program operated by California Department of Community Services and […]
A judge’s order signed Tuesday ensures there will be at least some water flowing in the Kern River through Bakersfield in perpetuity. Unless, of course, it’s overturned. Kern County Superior Court Judge Gregory Pulskamp signed an order that requires 40% of the Kern River’s flow to remain in the river to keep fish populations healthy. […]
What an El Niño Winter Could Mean for California
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /The New York Timesby Soumya KarlamanglaOdds are that this winter’s going to be a wet one. The intermittent climate phenomenon known as El Niño, which typically means more rain and snow for California, developed over the summer and is expected to intensify in the next few months. And this year’s El Niño is predicted to be an exceptionally strong one — […]
Turf Replacement Rebates To Increase Thanks To $38M Grant
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /Patchby Paige AustinA $38 million state grant awarded this week will be used to increase rebates to businesses and institutions that replace turf with water-efficient landscaping as a deadline looms to phase out turf at commercial, industrial, municipal and institutional properties. In addition to the rebate program, the money will also be used to help thousands of […]
As Storms Arrive in California, Reservoirs Are in Good Shape. But the Water Forecast is Murky
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /CalMattersby Rachel BeckerAs forecasts tease California with rainstorms this week, the state’s reservoirs are already flush with water. It’s a big departure from a year ago: The state’s major reservoirs — which store water collected mostly from rivers in the northern portion of the state — are in good shape, with levels at 124% of average. In late […]
Water Districts Gain Access to New Supply
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /The Acornby John LoesingMillions of Southern Californians who were required to dramatically reduce their water use last year will have increased access to water in the future under two projects recently announced by the Metropolitan Water District. Metropolitan—the nation’s largest water wholesaler and sole water provider to the local Las Virgenes and Calleguas municipal water districts—approved a $9.8-million […]
Elk Grove Water District Will Help Some Households Pay Late Bills. Here’s How to Sign Up
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /The Sacramento Beeby Marcus D. SmithThe Elk Grove Water District is putting together a free sign-up event Friday that will provide a leg up for low-income households struggling to pay bills. The event will help residents apply for assistance through the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), a federally funded program operated by California Department of Community Services and […]
Fish to Receive 40% of Kern River Flow Under Judge’s Order
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Chelsea Campos /SJV Waterby Lois HenryA judge’s order signed Tuesday ensures there will be at least some water flowing in the Kern River through Bakersfield in perpetuity. Unless, of course, it’s overturned. Kern County Superior Court Judge Gregory Pulskamp signed an order that requires 40% of the Kern River’s flow to remain in the river to keep fish populations healthy. […]