San Bernardino District recharges 1.5M acre-feet of groundwater
The San Bernardino Valley Water District has recharged 489 billion gallons since 1912, helping secure water supplies amid worsening drought conditions.
Tag: drought resilience
California pushes groundwater gains with data and farm deals
California’s LandFlex Program and improved groundwater data mark major progress in protecting wells, boosting storage, and meeting Sustainable Groundwater Management Act goals early.
The Bureau of Reclamation is exploring partnerships like the Mojave Groundwater Bank to boost long-term drought resilience in the Lower Colorado River Basin.
Interior invests $223M in water recycling/desalination to curb drought in eight states, adding over 300,000 acre-feet of supply each year.
Nevada invests $60 million in water-smart landscapes, converting turf to desert greenery, led by Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto.
Biden-Harris administration dedicates $41M for water, ecosystems
Biden’s infrastructure funds boost 21 water and ecosystem projects across 11 states, strengthening communities facing drought.