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New California water coalition breaks with century-old playbook, releases "Water Renaissance" vision for the state's water future
Plan identifies specific strategies for developing drought-proof water supplies in SoCal by 2045 that will generate significantly higher yields than projections for the Delta Conveyance Project
Metropolitan Water District board votes unanimously to support ongoing planning for groundbreaking wastewater recycling project
Environmental groups applaud important step to move toward local water supplies; vote allocates $150M for Pure Water So. Cal. over next two years
Dozens of labor, tribal, conservation, and environmental justice groups urge Metropolitan Water District to prioritize funding for massive wastewater recycling project
Board approved environmental review document; next step is budget appropriation in April
Statement from LA Waterkeeper: Metropolitan Water District board votes to move Pure Water So. Calif. wastewater recycling plan forward
Board approved environmental review document; next step is budget appropriation in April
LA Waterkeeper Calls on Metropolitan Water District to Fulfill Its Commitment to Climate Resilience in Light of Leadership Change
“It’s hard to overestimate how consequential this leadership change could be for the future of water resilience in our region,” said Reznik. “With his removal, we expect and demand that MWD leaders – both staff and board – honor their commitment to continue working with impacted communities and transition the agency to more resilient local water supplies to adapt to climate change.”
A New Day for MWD: Embracing Climate-Centered Water Management
The CAMP4W marks a historic shift for MWD, placing climate change at the core of its planning and emphasizing local water supplies. This move is crucial for addressing water sustainability and climate resilience across the United States.
One Step Forward, One Step Back
MWD Budget Vote Sends Mixed Message on the Agency’s Future Direction, With More Key Votes on the Horizon
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