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New study shows Carlsbad Desal Plant is Eco-Friendly

A new report released by the San Diego County Water Authority shows the Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant offers an environmentally responsible water supply in an era of increasing water scarcity. The report, prepared by Miller Marine Science & Consulting, Inc., highlighted the comprehensive monitoring requirements in place for …

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American Water launches Water and Environment Grant program

funding opportunity for agricultural water conservation

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has launched the 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability …

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Palmdale Water District increases funding for rate assistance program

Santa Margarita Water District restructures rates for San Juan Capistrano

Palmdale Water District is increasing the amount of funding available in their Rate Assistance Program, which offers subsidies to qualified customers. The district’s board voted to increase the program’s budget from $170,000 to $210,000 which will allow 700 customers to receive assistance. “The RAP is funded by non-operating revenues, such …

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Jose Velasquez selected to fill Division 1 Director vacancy

Jose Velasquez selected to fill Division 1 Director vacancy

San Bernardino Valley recently announced the unanimous selection of Jose Velasquez as the new Director for Division 1. Following a selection process that included interviews open to the public and streamed online, the Board of Directors appointed Velasquez to the seat left vacant by the passing of Dr. June Hayes. …

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Trump signs executive order to provide water to Southern California

Shortly after being sworn into office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior “to immediately restart the work from my first Administration by the National Marine Fisheries Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Reclamation, and other agencies …

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