Local Water Agencies Celebrate Infrastructure And Drinking Water Week
Water infrastructure is vital to the Coachella Valley’s and the state’s prosperity. As climate patterns drive higher temperatures, limited precipitation, and frequent extremes into atmospheric rivers, water supplies will remain strained throughout the state. To adapt water operations and respond to our state’s changing weather, investing in and modernizing the systems used to capture, store, treat and deliver the water that fuels our state will be crucial. […]
Governor Lifts 15% Conservation Directive And Eases Water Restrictions
On March 24, 2023, Governor Newsom lifted the conservation directive that required domestic water customers to save 15 percent monthly compared to 2020 water use. […]
April 23 – 29 Is Water Week 2023 – Let’s Get Involved!
This year’s Water Week is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited to take a deep dive into the world of water. It is during this time that water professionals from across the country travel to Washington D.C. and collaborate on ways to secure a more prosperous water future for everyone. We depend on these water representatives to advocate for the forward-thinking policies that will facilitate future access to safe, clean, reliable, and affordable drinking water. […]
Plant of the Month: Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica)
This tall, treelike prickly pear reaches up to 15 feet high and as wide. It is a horticultural selection discovered and cultivated in tropical and subtropical America. The pads are thornless. […]
Landscaping Tip Of The Month: Mulch To Save Water
Covering the soil with a layer of organic material prevents soil from crusting, which reduces the need to cultivate. Mulching also improves soil structure and lowers soil temperatures. […]
Earth Day Is Saturday, April 22
Saturday, April 22 is Earth Day. It is a great opportunity to think about how you can be more sustainable and encourage others do the same. Being water wise is a great contribution. Not only are you protecting a precious resource, you are also reducing energy with each drop you save! […]
