A $50 million bipartisan bill could modernize aging U.S. water systems with smart tech, helping communities detect leaks, manage drought, and reduce costs.
Tag: drought resilience
The Bureau of Reclamation announced $200 million in funding for major water reuse projects in Arizona and Utah to boost long-term drought resilience. Another $130 million in funding will open soon.
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.
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.