Justin L. Campbell

📰 One of the biggest changes to Kern’s new groundwater approach is preparation of a robust domestic well program under a planned partnership with nonprofit Self-Help Enterprises to make sure damage to household wells from over pumping is minimized and addressed so residents are protected. https://lnkd.in/e3VwVS46

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Where is Colorado River water going and what is it used for? Based on averages from the last couple decades, roughly 18% of Colorado River water is used for city and commercial needs, 19% is released by plants and soil as vapor through evapotranspiration, 11% is released through evaporation, and 52% is used for agricultural needs. #Colorado #rivers https://lnkd.in/gr2CZDX7

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Did you know that drought and overpumping of groundwater is driving landowners in Nevada to sell their water rights to the state? That choice has become more financially feasible for many than to have to drill their wells any further down. Read more about the complicated situation in our latest blog post ⬇️ #waterrights #nevadawatersupply #nevadadrought #groundwater

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California is grappling with a severe groundwater crisis, underscoring the urgent need for accurate accounting under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). SGMA mandates that certain basins develop plans to achieve groundwater balance by 2040, ensuring that withdrawals do not exceed recharge rates. Various tools are being used or developed to tackle this challenge, ranging from field meters and well monitors to computer models and online platforms. This episode features conversations with Ann Hayden of the Environmental Defense Fund, Brad Samuelson of Water and Land Solutions, and Brian Lockwood of Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency. They discuss the pressures and solutions for groundwater accounting from the Central Valley to the Central Coast. The episode also includes a demonstration of the Groundwater Accounting Platform. #water #watersolutions #waternews #groundwater

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Summary of the Latest CARB LCFS Report Stay up to date with the LCFS program with our summary of the California Air Resources Board's most recent report ➡️ https://loom.ly/ot4S1NM #evfleets #lcfs #lowcarbonfuelstandard #california #cleanfuels #smartrebates

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What is Senate Bill 366? It would establish statewide water supply targets while requiring the State, water community, and stakeholders to follow through on comprehensive, long-term water supply solutions that will transform water management in California. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gbSNmPaE

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A recent draft report projects sea level may rise as high as 1.2 feet by 2050 and 6.6 feet by 2100 in California. The time for utilities to think about sea level rise adaptation is now, and no idea is too small, according to this latest blog by my colleague. #WoodardCurran

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Despite a wet winter and full reservoirs, water allocations for State Water Project (SWP) and Central Valley Project (CVP) contractors have only been increased to 40% of maximum contract amounts. As we move from the wet season into the snowmelt season, many are turning to water transfers to address the shortfall. With no significant increases expected for the 2024 water year, the market is gearing up for a busy irrigation season. Stay tuned for possible revisions in May and June. Stay informed about California's water market with the latest updates by subscribing to our new weekly report at https://lnkd.in/gtNUcKTm #CaliforniaWater #CAWater #WaterMarket #CAWaterMarketReport #WestWaterResearch #WeKnowTheValueOfWater #NQH2O

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"The looming water crisis and historically low reservoir storage in 2021 and 2022 shook officials in the Colorado River Basin. In response, the federal government relaunched its System Conservation Pilot Program in 2023 with $125 million in federal funds. The program pays water users, mostly farmers and ranchers, in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming to temporarily cut back on water to save the overstressed Colorado River. This year, the federal government is spending about $797,000 in Colorado on drought-resistant crop projects as part of the program." https://lnkd.in/dq9aTeUT

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Some devastating local water news this week, the Tijuana River, a vital lifeline in San Diego's South County, is one of America's most endangered rivers. The culprit: sewage and wastewater discharge. The news hits close to home, affecting our local community and environment. It's a stark reminder of the urgent need to invest in water treatment infrastructure. In light of this, it's crucial we come together to improve our current practices. Stay tuned for Friday's blog on how we can rethink wastewater to improve our systems, preventing future devastation. Read the full article on The San Diego Tribune: https://hubs.ly/Q02tXNQd0 #wastewaternews #cleanwater #InfrastructureInvestment #sandiegocounty #aquacycl

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Small, rural water systems in northern New Mexico face significant challenges in providing safe drinking water services and maintaining compliance with regulations. On #EarthDay2024, we’re sharing a report from our RCAC staff that reviews the impact of technical assistance on rural water systems and identifies the strengths and weaknesses of how it is provided. Using Mora County, New Mexico as a case study, this paper elicits the need for a systems-thinking approach to address small water systems’ root challenges and shows how regional collaboration presents a management model that can help ensure safe, clean drinking water to rural communities. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gaEDHQkT

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The latest issue of Rocky Mountain Water Magazine features an inspiring message from Bill Peretti, RMWEA President, highlighting RMWEA's dedication to elevating water professionals. "At the heart of RMWEA lies a steadfast commitment to elevating water professionals. We do this through one of the core values – the profound belief in the power of connection." – Bill Peretti. Read his entire article here: https://bit.ly/4cWwyVx

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Supply & demand dynamics are driving a 40% increase in H2O price by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Such rate hikes highlight the importance of innovation, water stewardship, and Integrated Water Resource Planing. Cooling IT with #immersioncooling methods developed by LiquidCool Solutions, Inc. can 100% eliminate #datacenter water consumption onsite. And by eliminating the need for air-conditioning and slashing IT's demand for electricity by 20-50%, the same methods can cut water used in power generation by similar amounts. Perhaps its time to #GetImmersed. #Water4PeopleNotComputers #Kudos to The Center Square, Franklin News Foundation and Kenneth S. for drawing attention to this issue. Pacific Gas and Electric Company San Diego Gas & Electric Southern California Edison (SCE) Charles Fishman The Water Council We Energies ComEd Xcel Energy Focus on Energy Slipstream MMAC Microsoft Google Tesla Amazon Web Services (AWS) NARUC Solar Impulse Foundation Herb Zien U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Kenosha Water Utility UW-Milwaukee Center for Water Policy Chicago Department of Water Management City of Minneapolis Open Compute Project Foundation Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council National Renewable Energy Laboratory Daren Klum Secured2 Corporation Wyoming Hyperscale Trenton Thornock #demandsidemanagement

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DWR’s recently released Spring 2024 Groundwater Conditions report provides a full picture of groundwater conditions during California’s historic 2023 Water Year. Also, for the first time, the report contains groundwater sustainability plan Annual Report data from local groundwater sustainability agencies across 99 groundwater basins, making up over 90 percent of the groundwater use in the state. The data reveals improvements to groundwater basin conditions throughout the state as the result of managed and natural groundwater recharge, and even more importantly, a reduction in groundwater pumping during a wet year when surface water was plentiful. Learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gmBBpNxA

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Join Us for "The Quest for Water Conservation" Panel at the Spring Policy Symposium! Moderated by Ken Jenkins, Chief Water Resource Sustainability Officer at California Water Service, this panel will explore innovative strategies for sustainable water management and conservation. Ken's extensive experience in water resource sustainability and his leadership in various statewide initiatives provides him with unique insights into the challenges and solutions in water conservation. Panelists: -Amy Talbot, Water Efficiency Project Manager, Regional Water Authority, brings expertise in implementing large-scale water efficiency projects and strategies. -Ellen Hanak, Senior Fellow at the Public Policy Institute of California, known for her research and policy work in water economics and environmental management. -David Mitchell, Adjunct Fellow at the Public Policy Institute of California, is a seasoned expert in water resource management, economic impact assessments, and conservation planning. -Joaquin Esquivel, Chair of the State Water Resources Control Board, has a comprehensive background in state water policies and a deep commitment to enhancing the sustainability of California’s water resources. This panel will discuss the pressing issues of water conservation, focusing on current challenges, innovative solutions, and future directions. Attendees will gain insights from leading experts who are shaping the landscape of water management in California and beyond. Don’t miss this vital discussion on safeguarding our most precious resource through smart, sustainable practices! For more info: https://bit.ly/3Ug4Fz1 #WaterConservation #Sustainability #PublicPolicy #WaterManagement #WaterPolicy #IndustryLeadership #CWACommunity #WaterTheHeroWeNeed #CAWater

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