As power grids rely more on renewable energy sources like wind and solar, balancing energy supply and demand becomes more challenging. A new analysis shows how water systems, such as desalination plants and wastewater treatment facilities, could help enhance grid...
Record hot summer, looming La Niña conditions, and early-season uncertainty means California must be prepared for both dry conditions and flood risk. By the Department of Water Resources: The Department of Water Resources (DWR) today previewed the new Water Year...
By Lisa McEwen, SJV Water Three Tulare County irrigation districts that recently found themselves in the state’s crosshairs over groundwater extractions and subsidence are scrambling to show officials they are getting on the right side of “sustainability.” The boards of...
By Monserrat Solis, SJV Water Most Kings County farmers will begin metering and registering their wells by the end of this year even though a court order is holding those exact same requirements by the state at bay pending the...
By Christine Souza, Ag Alert Some farmers who rely on groundwater in portions of the Tule Subbasin in Tulare and Kern counties will face increased scrutiny while others are exempt from fees and reporting requirements, as the state implements the...