California allocates $17 million for sustainable groundwater use in Central Valley
California's DWR allocates $17M to Central Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agencies via LandFlex in an effort to encourage small and medium farms to reduce groundwater pumping.
Work has begun on the biggest dam removal project in U.S. history, freeing up 400 miles of fish habitat on the Klamath River.
California legislation takes aim at historic, rural water rights
Historic, pre-1914 water rights in California are the target of proposed legislation that has the potential to upend longstanding water rights relied upon by farmers and water districts.
Lake Oroville at almost full capacity, thanks to winter precipitation
In a significant development, California's Lake Oroville rebounded from 28% capacity in November 2022 to nearly full in July 2023, thanks to winter precipitation.
California’s Salton Sea: Battling ecological decline with legislative progress
The declining Salton Sea may get some relief through the proposed Salton Sea Conservancy, aiming to restore the lake and safeguard community health.
Water use: Study shows it’s time to stop biting the hand the feeds us
A study by California Bountiful Foundation reveals that California's agribusiness uses only 15% of the state's total water supply, debunking the common belief of excessive water consumption. Armed...
