Great Progress and Some Missed Opportunities in LA County Water Plan
The Los Angeles County Water Plan was recently released for public review, and it gets a lot of things right. LA Waterkeeper submitted comments on the draft, noting some of the things the Plan gets right and where opportunities for improvement remain.
STATE OF THE WATER: Following a Historic Wet Season, What’s Next for a Secure Water Future
Our State of the Water blog series has explored how LA’s water sources fared after one of the wettest wet seasons the region has ever experienced. Here we explore how we can take advantage of future rains to ensure a secure water future.
Let’s Talk: RESTORE- How to Optimize Our Groundwater Resources
Groundwater has always played an integral role in the water supply for the region and is poised to play a primary role in our drought resiliency. Understanding the region’s groundwater journey reveals how this critical resource will secure the LA Basin’s water security for decades to come.
Let’s Talk: RECYCLE- Expanding Wastewater Purification Program
How can Los Angeles expand its successful wastewater purification programs to help move us towards water independence? Learn what it means to Recycle wastewater- the 3rd ‘R’ in our Integrated Approach to Water Management.
Let’s Talk: REUSE Investing in Multi-Benefit Stormwater Capture and Use
How can Los Angeles capture and reuse stormwater to address our climate crisis? Learn what it means to Reuse- the 2nd R in our Integrated Approach to Water Management.
Let’s Talk: REDUCE Alleviating Water Demand Through Conservation & Efficiency Measures
Our climate crisis has pushed the Western US into a Mega-Drought. How does LA adapt to this new normal?
Let’s Talk: The “4-R” Integrated Approach to Water Management
Our climate crisis has pushed the Western US into a Mega-Drought. How does LA adapt to this new normal?
Hyperion Sewage Spill: What You Need to Know
How do we prevent future sewage spills from occurring, so our communities and environment aren’t further damaged? And of course, when will it be safe to go back out into the water? LA Waterkeeper has kept track of the situation to help keep YOU informed on the latest updates on the spill and its aftermath.
Another Decade of Stormwater Pollution in Los Angeles
How the Los Angeles Regional Water Board’s disappointing new MS4 Permit will inevitably lead LA to another decade of stormwater pollution.
Let’s Talk: Urban Water Management Plans & the Pursuit for a Sustainable Water Future
Why are Urban Water Management Plans important? What are LA Waterkeeper’s recommendations for equitable and sustainable water management?