Conservation

The Bureau of Reclamation announced this week that the Phase 3C of the Lower Clear Creek Floodway Rehabilitation Project has been completed, concluding the restoration of more than 2 miles of stream channel on Bureau of Land Management property below Whiskeytown Dam. “Through river restoration actions, Clear Creek has become one …

Last week the California Natural Resources Agency announced they will be awarding $28.5 million for projects that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and expand access to parks and green spaces in underserved areas across the state. “Access to the outdoors for all Californians is more important than ever,” said California …

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) and the City of Chino will be hosting a virtual Earth Day event accessible throughout Earth Week from Sunday, April 18 – Saturday, April 24. Visitors can explore the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park virtually through an interactive platform with educational activities, learn …

The California State Water Resources Control Board (the Water Board) will use $4.4 million of a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant to fund projects in seven counties around the state. EPA’s Nonpoint Source Program grant assists the State Board in implementing programs to address pollution caused by runoff moving …

Christy Holstege, Mayor of Palm Springs has joined mayors across the country for the 10th Anniversary of the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. The community service campaign runs through the month of April and encourages leaders to inspire their residents to take a short pledge to use water more efficiently, …

The Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) announced they have been awards $2 million by the Bureau of Reclamation for for sustainable landscape improvements to residential and commercial properties in Orange County. The grant will fund MWDOC’s Orange County Sustainable Landscapes Program that provides rebates to customers for putting …