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New Water Rules for Marijuana Growers

By Henry McCann

Cannabis growers will encounter new state requirements next year to address the crop’s impact on California’s creeks and streams.

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Storing Water for Dry Days

By Lori Pottinger

Where would California be without the ability to store water? An expert interview with Jay Lund about the complex topic of water storage.

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Building Drought Resilience in California’s Cities and Suburbs

By David Mitchell, Ellen Hanak, Ken Baerenklau, Alvar Escriva-Bou ...

California’s urban water suppliers have become increasingly adept at drought management thanks to investments in diverse supplies, cooperative efforts with neighbors, and programs to manage water demand. But in the face of extreme hot and dry conditions, questions arose over preparedness for ongoing drought, and the state took the unprecedented step of ordering mandatory water conservation in 2015. This report looks at evolving state and local roles in managing urban water supply during drought, and lessons to help us better prepare for droughts of the future.

This research was supported with funding from California Water Service, the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation, and the US Environmental Protection Agency.

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PPIC Water Policy Center

The PPIC Water Policy Center spurs innovative water management solutions that support a healthy economy, environment, and society—now and for future generations.

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Banking on Groundwater

By Lori Pottinger

An expert interview on efforts to recharge California’s depleted groundwater basins to help bring them back into balance.

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Video: Water Stress in San Joaquin Valley

By Lori Pottinger

Expert panels discuss how the valley can address growing water stress and the changes it will bring to the region’s farms, communities, and economy.

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From Drought to Deluge

By Jeffrey Mount

The recent storms made a dent in the California drought but have not washed away major water policy challenges.

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