Conservation

Natural Resources Agency Awards $27.7 million in Prop. 68 Funds

The California Natural Resources Agency recently announced the award of $27.7 million in funding for projects that will expand access to the outdoors and boost recreational opportunities for communities across the state. The grants are part of the the Recreational Trails and Greenways grant program funded by the California Drought, …

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Water District Uses Sensus Smart Utility Network to Sustain Efficient Operations Through the Pandemic and Beyond

Cyclical water shortages are a challenge that Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) takes seriously. As California’s sixth-largest retail water agency, they embrace the opportunity to balance water use efficiency with meeting the needs of a diverse and growing customer base. Located in western Riverside County, California, EMWD provides water and wastewater services …

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State Water Board Approves Aquatic Toxicity Plan

The State Water Resources Control Board has approved a comprehensive plan to ensure lab testing and analysis for toxicity in waterways are completed using the same protocols and standards statewide. The plan, called the Aquatic Toxicity Provisions, makes important and targeted changes to activities at the State Water Board and …

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MWD Launches California Friendly Plants Campaign

Just in time for fall planting season, Metropolitan Water District today launched a new campaign featuring whimsical, animated plant characters who bring to life the joy and water-saving benefits California Friendly® plants can deliver to gardens and landscapes. The colorful “We’re California Friendly® Plants” campaign depicts the characters singing, planting …

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