The tech industry’s soaring electricity and water demands are raising consumer rates and threatening sustainability goals. This story was originally...
From the Department of Water Resources: In a region known for its vineyards, scenic hills, and delicate ecosystems, accurate and timely data of Napa County’s streams is more than just a technical asset, it’s a lifeline. As part of DWR’s...
Deshmukh is currently general manager of Metropolitan member agency, Inland Empire Utilities Agency Press release from the Metropolitan Water District:...
Smart meters and undergrounding power lines are among promising innovations in addressing climate and fire risks By Jason Islas, UCLA Key takeaways A summary report released today by UCLA — in partnership with LADWP — identifies four areas critical to...
San Diego city councilmembers join forces to stall a proposed rate increase even though city staff warn too much delay could risk staff layoffs or falling behind on debt repayments. by MacKenzie Elmer and Jenna Ramiscal This story was first...
As sea levels rise and storms intensify, protecting coastal communities is becoming a pressing challenge—especially in places like San Francisco Bay, one of the nation’s most urbanized estuaries. A new USGS-led study explores how different flood-mitigation strategies—shoreline hardening, wetland restoration,...
The plant had to shut down operations to make state-mandated upgrades, but the San Diego County Water Authority still must pay for the water it would have been making during that time. By Mackenzie Elmer, Voice of San Diego This...
