The western United States has built their water infrastructure on a melting foundation, and unless we do something about global warming, scientists worry the consequences will be catastrophic.
The new infrastructure law signed by President Biden includes almost $50 billion to protect communities against climate change, the largest such investment in United States history and a recognition that the effects of warming are outpacing America’s ability to cope. Mr. Biden has insisted that at least 40 percent of the benefits of federal climate […]
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) amended a federal permit application last week to change to the preferred tunnel route for the proposed Delta Conveyance Project (DCP), a move that has Delta advocates questioning DWR’s long-term plans for the South Delta. The agency said the move was necessary to align the federal permit application […]
After a summer spent drying up, Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge finally began receiving a measurable flow of water, thanks to the start of the winter irrigation season on December 1. The refuge can receive up to 11,000 acre-feet of water between December and February depending on how Upper Klamath Lake is filling.
In 2016, California set a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. This is the most aggressive emissions reduction target in the United States. California Governor Gavin Newsom is directing California state agencies to accelerate the state’s progress toward its climate goals and is evaluating pathways for the […]
It was 55 degrees and sunny Thursday at Sugar Bowl Resort, where the opening day of the 2021 ski season — already delayed because of warm weather — was still listed as “TBD.” “Winter hasn’t quite arrived in Tahoe yet,” officials wrote in a note about the postponement. “The team will be working nightly and […]
‘Snow Drought’ is Threatening the Western US, and That Could Become a Massive Problem
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Gayle Falkenthal /Science Alertby Carly CassellaThe western United States has built their water infrastructure on a melting foundation, and unless we do something about global warming, scientists worry the consequences will be catastrophic.
Billions for Climate Protection Fuel New Debate: Who Deserves It Most
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Gayle Falkenthal /New York Timesby Christopher FlavelleThe new infrastructure law signed by President Biden includes almost $50 billion to protect communities against climate change, the largest such investment in United States history and a recognition that the effects of warming are outpacing America’s ability to cope. Mr. Biden has insisted that at least 40 percent of the benefits of federal climate […]
Water Agency Amends Plans for Delta Tunnel
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Gayle Falkenthal /Brentwood Pressby Tony KukulichThe California Department of Water Resources (DWR) amended a federal permit application last week to change to the preferred tunnel route for the proposed Delta Conveyance Project (DCP), a move that has Delta advocates questioning DWR’s long-term plans for the South Delta. The agency said the move was necessary to align the federal permit application […]
Off-Season Irrigation Could Pause as Reclamation ‘Pays Back’ PacifiCorp Reservoirs
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Gayle Falkenthal /Klamath Falls Herald and Newsby Alex SchwartzAfter a summer spent drying up, Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge finally began receiving a measurable flow of water, thanks to the start of the winter irrigation season on December 1. The refuge can receive up to 11,000 acre-feet of water between December and February depending on how Upper Klamath Lake is filling.
California Regional Meeting to Feature Panels on How to Meet Climate Goals
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /National Hydropower Association Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityIn 2016, California set a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. This is the most aggressive emissions reduction target in the United States. California Governor Gavin Newsom is directing California state agencies to accelerate the state’s progress toward its climate goals and is evaluating pathways for the […]
A ‘No Snow’ California Could Come Sooner Than You Think
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles Timesby Haley SmithIt was 55 degrees and sunny Thursday at Sugar Bowl Resort, where the opening day of the 2021 ski season — already delayed because of warm weather — was still listed as “TBD.” “Winter hasn’t quite arrived in Tahoe yet,” officials wrote in a note about the postponement. “The team will be working nightly and […]