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California bets on water infrastructure and jobs

Written by Deborah
California bets on water infrastructure and jobs

California accelerates water infrastructure projects and job growth, focusing on groundwater recharge and Sites Reservoir to address future water challenges.

Posted in Water NewsTagged California jobs, California water projects, Delta Conveyance Project, Gavin Newsom, groundwater recharge, Sites Reservoir, water infrastructureLeave a Comment on California bets on water infrastructure and jobs

West rallies to halt invasive mussels spread

Written by Deborah
West rallies to halt invasive mussels spread

New legislation and stricter rules aim to halt invasive mussels, protect waterways, and preserve ecosystems across the West.

Posted in Water NewsTagged aquatic ecosystems, boat inspections, golden mussels, Joe Neguse, mussels, New Melones Lake, protecting waterways, Stop the Spread of Invasiv Mussels Act, zebra mussels1 Comment on West rallies to halt invasive mussels spread

$849 million to boost aging infrastructure, drought resilience

Written by Deborah
$849 million to boost aging infrastructure, drought resilience

Biden-Harris administration invests $849M to modernize water systems, boost drought resilience, and protect the Colorado River Basin.

Posted in Water NewsTagged Biden-Harris Administration, Colorado River Basin, drought resilience, water delivery, water infrastructure, water modernizationLeave a Comment on $849 million to boost aging infrastructure, drought resilience

State water allocation drops to 5%. What it means for California.

Written by Deborah
State water allocation drops to 5%. What it means for California.

Facing potential drought, California’s DWR announces a conservative 5% water allocation for 2025, hoping to increase if winter rain and snow improve.

Posted in Water NewsTagged California Department of Water Resources, California drought, State Water Project, water allocation, water conservationLeave a Comment on State water allocation drops to 5%. What it means for California.

Research examines challenges, untapped potential of groundwater

Written by Deborah
Research examines challenges, untapped potential of groundwater

Groundwater, a vital freshwater source, faces threats from overuse, pollution, and climate change. Emerging tech offers hope for sustainable management.

Posted in Water NewsTagged aquifer monitoring, groundwater management, groundwater pollution, groundwater resiliency, researchLeave a Comment on Research examines challenges, untapped potential of groundwater

CA’s first major water storage project approved since 2011

Written by Deborah
CA’s first major water storage project approved since 2011

California’s San Luis Reservoir expansion adds 130,000 acre-feet of water storage, boosting supply for millions and enhancing wildlife habitats.

Posted in Water NewsTagged B.F Sisk Dam Raise and Reservoir Expansion Project., California, San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority, San Luis Reservoir, water storageLeave a Comment on CA’s first major water storage project approved since 2011

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  1. Deborah on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025

    Perhaps technological alternatives could provide a balance.

  2. Dan on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025

    And what impact do millions of illegals crossing have on the fragile environment?

  3. Deborah on Western states see mixed drought trends amid early stormsNovember 13, 2025

    True.

  4. Helen Ck on California marks record-low Colorado River useNovember 10, 2025

    California has been making all the wrong choices about water for over a century. Eventually short sightedness demands we pstmy…

  5. Helen Ck on Western states see mixed drought trends amid early stormsNovember 10, 2025

    I think we need to prepare ourselves for massive global movements of populations as more people are forced to become…

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