The Bureau of Reclamation is launching a new prize competition seeking new tools to evaluate the condition of fiber-reinforced polymer composite structures non-destructively. These composites are found in pipelines, tanks and other specialized infrastructure components. “Reclamation and other industry leaders have a good understanding of traditional materials like concrete and …
Read More »Reclamation selects new Administrative Services Division Manager
Cynthia Gaines has been selected by the Bureau of Reclamation to head up the Administrative Services Division for the California-Great Basin Region. As division manager, Gaines will be responsible for oversight of the Freedom of Information Act program, in addition to, Property, Records and Visual Information Services. “Cynthia has a …
Read More »San Diego County Water Authority to refund $44.4 million to member agencies
The San Diego County Water Authority’s (Authority), Board of Directors announced a plan last month to distribute rebates of $44.4 million to its 24 member agencies. The announcement comes after the Authority received a check for that amount from the Los Angeles-based Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) to …
Read More »Helix WD Approves Customer Assistance Program
Last week Helix Water District’s Board of Directors approved funding for the district’s first financial customer assistance program which will help east county residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a statement on the district’s website, the program will offer a one-time credit of a maximum of $300 per …
Read More »Electro Scan Inc. Awarded 14th International Patent for Breakthrough Water Leak Detection Technology
California-based cleantech leader, Electro Scan Inc., announced its 14th international patent for its groundbreaking multi-sensor technology that accurately locates & measures water leaks. While traditional solutions ‘listen’ for a leak or rely on cameras to ‘see’ a leak, Electro Scan’s machine-intelligent probe automatically measures leaks by locating actual cracks & …
Read More »Webinar series promotes water conservation and public health
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has partnered with San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (SGVMVCD) to offer residents a free webinar series that promotes water conservation and public health. “The world of water and mosquitoes is deeply intertwined in our neighborhoods,” said Levy Sun, SGVMVCD Public Information Officer. …
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