California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked people and businesses Thursday to voluntarily cut how much water they use by 15% amid a drought. Newsom’s request is not an order. But it demonstrates the growing challenges of a drought that will only worsen throughout the summer and fall and is tied to recent heat waves. Sandra L. […]
California energy consumers, get used to seeing more Flex Alerts — requests from the state’s grid operator to have consumers voluntarily cut back on energy use during certain hours to help relieve stress on the power system. The CEO of the nonprofit that manages about 80 percent of California’s grid said Wednesday that hot weather and drought […]
Amid deepening drought and record-breaking temperatures across the West, Governor Gavin Newsom traveled to San Luis Obispo County Thursday to discuss the state’s emergency response, preparations for a potential third dry year and proposed investments to address immediate needs and build long-term water resilience.
Note the height and width of plant species when they mature when choosing plants for new sustainable landscapes. Proper plant placement, taking into account the mature plant’s size, will limit the need for regular pruning, and reduce the amount of maintenance required over time. While regular pruning and removal of dead plant materials is vital […]
Gov. Newsom asks Californians to Voluntarily Cut Water Use Amid Deepening Drought Conditions
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /CBS 8 San Diego by CBS News 8 Team, Richard Allyn Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthorityCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom asked people and businesses Thursday to voluntarily cut how much water they use by 15% amid a drought. Newsom’s request is not an order. But it demonstrates the growing challenges of a drought that will only worsen throughout the summer and fall and is tied to recent heat waves. Sandra L. […]
Every Time it Gets Really Hot in the West this Summer — Expect a Flex Alert
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Chelsea Campos /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby Rob NikolewskiCalifornia energy consumers, get used to seeing more Flex Alerts — requests from the state’s grid operator to have consumers voluntarily cut back on energy use during certain hours to help relieve stress on the power system. The CEO of the nonprofit that manages about 80 percent of California’s grid said Wednesday that hot weather and drought […]
Governor Newsom Addresses California’s Response to Deepening Drought Conditions
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /CBS8 San Diegoby CBS News 8 Team Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityAmid deepening drought and record-breaking temperatures across the West, Governor Gavin Newsom traveled to San Luis Obispo County Thursday to discuss the state’s emergency response, preparations for a potential third dry year and proposed investments to address immediate needs and build long-term water resilience.
Provide Room to Grow in Your Sustainable Landscape Plan
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News NetworkNote the height and width of plant species when they mature when choosing plants for new sustainable landscapes. Proper plant placement, taking into account the mature plant’s size, will limit the need for regular pruning, and reduce the amount of maintenance required over time. While regular pruning and removal of dead plant materials is vital […]