San Diego County / Southern California

The latest news and analysis covering water issues in the San Diego County region and Southern California.

UCLA Says SoCal “Water Consumption Cannot Be Sustained”

According to a study conducted at University of California, Los Angeles, “Southern California’s current water consumption cannot be sustained.” Due to the continued drought, California has been increasing its policy measures to reduce water consumption. The two most recent Los Angeles Department of Water and Power measures to prevent the overuse of water include: “Cash […]

Study recommends water rate increase for Carlsbad

A recent study is recommending a water rate increase for users within the Carlsbad Municipal Water District. The cost of service study is requesting the CMWD fall in line with industry standards for its revenue, which consists of 30 percent from fixed rate funds and 70 percent of rate per unit of water used. Currently, […]

Homeowners Can Apply For Grants To Change Landscaping

If you’re a homeowner who wants to convert your lawn into a landscape that will use less water, you may be eligible for a rebate through the San Diego County Water Authority. The agency is accepting applications for rebates using $1.1 million in grants from the Department of Water Resources. Homeowners can apply to receive […]

County Offers New Incentive For Turf Rebate Program

New financial incentives are available for homeowners who want to replace water-hungry lawns with more efficient landscaping, the San Diego County Water Authority announced Wednesday. The agency has $500,000 available from grants awarded by the state Department of Water Resources, and an upcoming grant is expected to add another $600,000. Qualified applicants can receive up […]