California isn’t recycling nearly enough water, according to a new report by UCLA researchers, who say the state should treat and reuse more wastewater to help address the Colorado River’s chronic shortages.
Project Nexus: California’s first solar-covered canals. The initiative that’s been years in the making is now generating electricity while conserving the state’s water supply.
California’s snowpack has hit a 25-year milestone, reaching 96 percent of the historical average. The accumulation of snow in the Sierra Nevada and other high-altitude regions serves as a critical water source for the state.
Utah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, over opposition from dentists and national health organizations who warn the move will lead to medical problems and disproportionately affect low-income communities.
The Kern County Water Agency voted Thursday to pony up its $32.6 million share of planning and pre-construction costs for the so-called delta tunnel after its member districts gave a somewhat grudging go-ahead.
Significant snow falling in the Sierra Nevada over the next few days could be the region’s last big snow dump of the season, showcasing a dramatic rebound for the snowpack that provides a significant portion of California’s water reserves through the rest of the year.
More Water Recycling Could Help Fix Colorado River Shortfall. California Has a Ways to Go, Report Says
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /Los Angeles Timesby Ian JamesCalifornia isn’t recycling nearly enough water, according to a new report by UCLA researchers, who say the state should treat and reuse more wastewater to help address the Colorado River’s chronic shortages.
California’s First Solar-Over-Canal Project Now Generating Electricity
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /ABC 30by Tiffany OlinProject Nexus: California’s first solar-covered canals. The initiative that’s been years in the making is now generating electricity while conserving the state’s water supply.
California Hits Snow Milestone for First Time in 25 Years
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /Newsweekby Martha McHardyCalifornia’s snowpack has hit a 25-year milestone, reaching 96 percent of the historical average. The accumulation of snow in the Sierra Nevada and other high-altitude regions serves as a critical water source for the state.
Utah Becomes the First State to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby Associated PressUtah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, over opposition from dentists and national health organizations who warn the move will lead to medical problems and disproportionately affect low-income communities.
Kern Farmers Agree to Continue Funding the Delta Tunnel – With Caveats
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /SJV Waterby Lois HenryThe Kern County Water Agency voted Thursday to pony up its $32.6 million share of planning and pre-construction costs for the so-called delta tunnel after its member districts gave a somewhat grudging go-ahead.
It’s Spring, but the Sierra Are Getting Slammed by Another Round of Snow
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /The New York Timesby Amy GraffSignificant snow falling in the Sierra Nevada over the next few days could be the region’s last big snow dump of the season, showcasing a dramatic rebound for the snowpack that provides a significant portion of California’s water reserves through the rest of the year.