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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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and Southern Nevada Water Authority have announced the formation of a partnership to explore development of a drought-proof water supply that could reduce reliance on the over-stressed Colorado River. The agreement calls for SNWA to contribute up to $6 million for environmental planning of …
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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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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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Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) announced rebates totaling more than $60,000 have been awarded to Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD) for installing smart irrigation controllers at 18 schools. “We’re very pleased to work with DSUSD to update their irrigation clocks which allows them to optimize their irrigation scheduling and …
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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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