California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled a proposed addition to his state budget May 14 that would “fast-track” water infrastructure improvements. The presented changes would, among other things, change the way property acquisitions — including eminent domain — are dealt with relative to water infrastructure projects under the State Water Project. It would also change how […]
In a state often struggling with water scarcity and record-breaking droughts, a promising milestone is being reached in Northern California. Lake Oroville is expected to reach its full capacity of 900 feet this spring, fueled by robust snowmelt from California’s northern mountains, according to Newsweek.
The University of California, Davis and University of California, Merced released an economic report on the future of water in California, May 13. The report found that projected declines in the state’s water supplies could result in the fallowing of up to 3 million acres of farmland, the loss of 67,000 jobs statewide and lasting […]
Florida has become the second state to officially ban fluoride in public water. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 700, also known as the Florida Farm Bill, into law Thursday. The bill doesn’t specifically mention the word “fluoride,” but it effectively bans the mineral by preventing “the use of certain additives in a water system.” It will go into […]
The Trump administration said Wednesday it intends to roll back first-ever limits set by the Biden administration on four toxic “forever chemicals” contaminating water supplies across the country. Even low levels of the chemicals known as PFAS are linked with cancer, immune system problems, developmental effects and other health ailments. EPA-mandated testing has found them in […]
Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing to accelerate his administration’s plan to build a $20-billion water tunnel beneath the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta by short-cutting permitting for the project and limiting avenues for legal challenges. Newsom urged the Legislature on Wednesday to adopt his plan to “fast-track” the tunnel, called the Delta Conveyance Project, as part of […]
California Governor Proposes Fast-Tracking Water Infrastructure Projects
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Jordan Beane /The Packerby Kerry HalladayCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled a proposed addition to his state budget May 14 that would “fast-track” water infrastructure improvements. The presented changes would, among other things, change the way property acquisitions — including eminent domain — are dealt with relative to water infrastructure projects under the State Water Project. It would also change how […]
Officials Celebrate as Critical Water Source Hits Unprecedented Milestone: ‘An Important Benchmark’
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Jordan Beane /The Cool Downby Margaret WongIn a state often struggling with water scarcity and record-breaking droughts, a promising milestone is being reached in Northern California. Lake Oroville is expected to reach its full capacity of 900 feet this spring, fueled by robust snowmelt from California’s northern mountains, according to Newsweek.
Inaction on Water Woes Could Cost California Billions
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by dguillen /The Packerby Kerry HalladayThe University of California, Davis and University of California, Merced released an economic report on the future of water in California, May 13. The report found that projected declines in the state’s water supplies could result in the fallowing of up to 3 million acres of farmland, the loss of 67,000 jobs statewide and lasting […]
Florida Becomes Second State to Ban Fluoride in Public Water
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by dguillen /NBC Newsby Mirna AlsharifFlorida has become the second state to officially ban fluoride in public water. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 700, also known as the Florida Farm Bill, into law Thursday. The bill doesn’t specifically mention the word “fluoride,” but it effectively bans the mineral by preventing “the use of certain additives in a water system.” It will go into […]
Trump EPA Moves to Weaken Drinking Water Limits on Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /Politicoby Annie SniderThe Trump administration said Wednesday it intends to roll back first-ever limits set by the Biden administration on four toxic “forever chemicals” contaminating water supplies across the country. Even low levels of the chemicals known as PFAS are linked with cancer, immune system problems, developmental effects and other health ailments. EPA-mandated testing has found them in […]
Newsom Seeks to Short-Cut Process to Build $20-Billion Delta Water Tunnel
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /Los Angeles Timesby Ian JamesGov. Gavin Newsom is proposing to accelerate his administration’s plan to build a $20-billion water tunnel beneath the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta by short-cutting permitting for the project and limiting avenues for legal challenges. Newsom urged the Legislature on Wednesday to adopt his plan to “fast-track” the tunnel, called the Delta Conveyance Project, as part of […]