WATER SHELF PODCAST: “The Profits of Distrust” by Manny Teodoro, Samantha Zuhlke, and David Switzer Justin Scott-Coe Author Podcasts March 15, 2024 56Visit the Water Shelf main page In this episode, I talk with eminent scholars Drs. Manuel Teodoro, Samantha Zuhlke, and...
WEEKLY DIGEST for March 10-15: Mystery surrounds sudden increase in steelhead deaths at Delta pumps; California salmon season to be restricted or shut down; Tule groundwater subbasin recommended for state takeover; and more … Maven Weekly Digest March 15, 2024 253A wrap-up of posts published on Maven’s Notebook this week … Note to readers: Sign up for weekly email service...
DAILY DIGEST, 3/15: Mystery surrounds sudden increase in steelhead trout deaths near Delta pumps; Chances of a weather-roiling La Niña this year are now above 80%; Do new conservation regs go too far or not far enough?; California’s salmon strategy includes tribal quest led by the Winnemem Wintu; and more … Maven Daily Digest March 15, 2024 751[cmtoc_table_of_contents] Several news sources featured in the Daily Digest may limit the number of articles you can access without a...
PRESS RELEASE: Analysis: State Water Board’s Proposal to Water Down Urban Water Conservation Regulation Leaves Calif. at Risk of Shortages Press Release/Notice News March 15, 2024 183Total water savings through conservation will not drop below current levels until 2035 From the Conserve 4 CA Coalition: Earlier...
DAILY DIGEST, 3/14: Climate change takes a hidden toll on California water supplies; State recommends huge cut to Solano water allocation; Some small Kings County farmers fear state’s groundwater law being used against them; San Francisco dumps large amounts of sewage into creek during storms, environmental group says; and more … Maven Daily Digest March 14, 2024 741[cmtoc_table_of_contents] Several news sources featured in the Daily Digest may limit the number of articles you can access without a...
COURTHOUSE NEWS: Climate change takes a hidden toll on California water supplies Courthouse News Service News March 14, 2024 147In the past decade, the average annual climate-driven increase in crop evapotranspiration is enough to drain a major reservoir. By...
UC MERCED: An Invisible Water Surcharge: Climate Warming Increases Crop Water Demand in the San Joaquin Valley’s Groundwater-Dependent Irrigated Agriculture UC Merced News March 14, 2024 93By UC Merced University of California researchers from the USDA-funded Secure Water Future project recently found that increases in crop...
SJV WATER: “We’re finished”: Some small Kings County farmers fear state’s groundwater law being used against them SJV Water News March 14, 2024 578By Lisa McEwen, SJV Water Last-ditch revisions being considered for the groundwater plan covering Kings County are not only “too...
PRESS RELEASE: San Francisco dumps millions of gallons of sewage into Bay every year – Baykeeper issues notice to sue Press Release/Notice Press Release/Other March 14, 2024 162From the San Francisco Baykeeper San Francisco Baykeeper recently issued a notice of intent to take legal action against the San Francisco...
NOAA FISHERIES: Diverse habitats help salmon weather unpredictable climate changes NOAA Fisheries Science March 14, 2024 143Chinook in three creeks may be vulnerable alone, but resilient together. By NOAA Fisheries Restored salmon habitat should resemble financial...
DAILY DIGEST, 3/13: California relaxes controversial new water conservation rules; SoCal agencies affirm continued Delta Conveyance Project support; Building a defense against Delta smelt extinction; A simple change could save the West from drought; and more … Maven Daily Digest March 13, 2024 760[cmtoc_table_of_contents] Several news sources featured in the Daily Digest may limit the number of articles you can access without a...
CAL MATTERS: California weakens plan for mandatory cutbacks in urban water use, yielding to criticism Cal Matters News March 13, 2024 207The revised proposal grants water providers an extra five years for reducing outdoor irrigation. Cities and water agencies are relieved,...
USBR: Building a defense against extinction Bureau of Reclamation News Agency News March 13, 2024 106Reclamation, partner agencies continue extraordinary effort to save Delta smelt By Gary Pitzer, Bureau of Reclamation The group of low-slung,...
PRESS RELEASE: SoCal agencies first to affirm continued Delta Conveyance Project support Press Release/Notice Press Release/Other March 13, 2024 233Boards’ renewed project commitment advances long-term regional water security Press release from San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency and San Bernardino...
NOTICE of Proposed Order Setting Aside Water Quality Certifications for Merced Falls, Yuba-Bear, Don Pedro, La Grange Hydroelectric Projects State Water Board ANNOUNCEMENTS March 12, 2024 47From the State Water Resources Control Board: On March 11, 2024, the State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) issued...