The Bureau of Reclamation is making a minimum of $3 million available for emerging snow monitoring technologies. Each selected project is eligible to receive between $300,000 – $999,999 and must include the implementation of aerial LiDAR snow surveys. The funding opportunity is available at www.grants.gov by searching for funding opportunity number R24AS00206. …
Read More »EPA sets national drinking water standards regarding PFAS
On Wednesday, the Biden Administration issued the first-ever national, legally enforceable drinking water standard to protect communities from exposure to harmful per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as ‘forever chemicals.’ According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the new limits will reduce PFAS exposure for approximately 100 million people, prevent …
Read More »Gov. Newsom releases updated water plan for California
Earlier this week, Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his updated water plan for California while participating in the April snow survey at Phillips Station which showed an above average snowpack for the state. He spoke about the need to protect California’s water supplies from the climate crisis while boosting our ability …
Read More »Gap funding provides critical water infrastructure improvements for disadvantaged community
Through its successful gap funding program, San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency (SGPWA) supports South Mesa Water Company (SMWC) as the small water agency implements a $10.2 million grant from the State Water Resources Control Board. The SGPWA Board of Directors approved a plan at its March 4, 2024 meeting to …
Read More »Eastern Municipal honored for recycled water outreach program
Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) received national recognition for its recycled water outreach and education program when it was presented with the Award of Excellence from the WateReuse Association. This marks the third consecutive year that EMWD has received a national Award of Excellence from WateReuse, a professional organization which …
Read More »Marina Coast Water District wins project of the year twice over
Marina Coast Water District recently announced that it received two Projects of the Year awards, one for emergency disaster preparedness and the other for an environmental project. Both awards are from the American Public Works Association (APWA), Monterey Chapter. The first award is for the Ord Village Lift (pump) Station. …
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