Farmer Michael Abatti v. Imperial Irrigation District is a landmark decision by the California Court of Appeals concerning the millions of acre-feet of Colorado River water used annually to meet the needs of Southern California’s agricultural empire.
We need water to cook and wash our bodies and clothes, and especially to drink—without it, we can’t live. Despite this, Wall Street traders are going to start betting on it as a commodity. This week, with the launch of $1.1 billion contracts tied to water prices in California, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange will launch […]
The fire that rampaged through the San Lorenzo Valley in August and September burned hotter and destroyed more acreage than anyone in these rugged, rural and breathtaking mountains can remember.
Negotiators quietly released a final pared-down water infrastructure bill Friday night, an apparent compromise eked out after the original, sprawling plan hit roadblocks and disagreements. House members are now slated to cast their votes as early as tomorrow on S. 1811, the “Water Resources Development Act of 2020,” which will come up under suspension of the rules, a […]
A late-season flurry of flames is sweeping Southern California, driven by high-speed winds surging down the mountains toward the coast. The Bond Fire, which ignited Thursday, has burned more than 7,000 acres and was 50% contained as of last night. Authorities warn that a combination of strong winds and warm, dry weather could increase the […]
After this year’s historic wildfires, California’s oldest state park — Big Basin Redwoods — looks more like a logging village than an iconic hiking and camping mecca. There’s a near constant buzz of chainsaws. Rumblings from trucks and logging skidders fill the air as crews busily cut charred, fallen trees and chop down “hazard trees” […]
California’s Colorado River Water Users Do Not Have Traditional Water Rights
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /California Ag Todayby Sean HoodFarmer Michael Abatti v. Imperial Irrigation District is a landmark decision by the California Court of Appeals concerning the millions of acre-feet of Colorado River water used annually to meet the needs of Southern California’s agricultural empire.
Wall Street’s New Water Market Is the Latest Sign We’re Headed Toward a Mad Max Future
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /Gizmodoby Dharna NoorWe need water to cook and wash our bodies and clothes, and especially to drink—without it, we can’t live. Despite this, Wall Street traders are going to start betting on it as a commodity. This week, with the launch of $1.1 billion contracts tied to water prices in California, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange will launch […]
‘These Mountains Could Turn Into Jelly.’ Above Santa Cruz, Residents Fear Devastating Mudslides
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles Timesby Susanne RustThe fire that rampaged through the San Lorenzo Valley in August and September burned hotter and destroyed more acreage than anyone in these rugged, rural and breathtaking mountains can remember.
Congress to Fast-Track Whittled-Down Infrastructure Bill
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /E&E Newsby Hannah NortheyNegotiators quietly released a final pared-down water infrastructure bill Friday night, an apparent compromise eked out after the original, sprawling plan hit roadblocks and disagreements. House members are now slated to cast their votes as early as tomorrow on S. 1811, the “Water Resources Development Act of 2020,” which will come up under suspension of the rules, a […]
Why Winter Wildfires May Get Worse
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /Scientific Americanby Chelsea HarveyA late-season flurry of flames is sweeping Southern California, driven by high-speed winds surging down the mountains toward the coast. The Bond Fire, which ignited Thursday, has burned more than 7,000 acres and was 50% contained as of last night. Authorities warn that a combination of strong winds and warm, dry weather could increase the […]
California’s Ancient Redwoods Face New Challenge from Wildfires and Warming Climate
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /NPRby Eric WesterveltAfter this year’s historic wildfires, California’s oldest state park — Big Basin Redwoods — looks more like a logging village than an iconic hiking and camping mecca. There’s a near constant buzz of chainsaws. Rumblings from trucks and logging skidders fill the air as crews busily cut charred, fallen trees and chop down “hazard trees” […]