California’s water system is one of the most complex in the world. With a mix of drought, growing population, agriculture, and environmental needs, managing water fairly and effectively is no easy tas...
When it comes to reliable water, most of us don’t think twice. We turn on the tap, flush the toilet, or water the garden expecting water to be there every time. But behind that simple act is a massive...
When you turn on the tap or water your lawn, you probably don’t think much about where that water comes from – or who makes sure it’s safe and available. Behind the scenes, public agencies play ...
California is known for its sunshine, tech industry, and scenic beauty – but it’s also becoming famous for something far less glamorous: ongoing water supply challenges. Year after year, the sta...
Water shortages aren’t just something happening in deserts anymore. They’re becoming a global issue, affecting cities, farms, and even entire countries. With climate change and population growth...
You turn on the tap and water flows—but where does it actually come from? Most of us don’t think about it, but the water we use every day typically comes from one of two sources: surface water or grou...
Water keeps everything alive—from your morning coffee to the crops in our fields. But as droughts worsen, cities grow, and climate change accelerates, we can’t treat water like it’s unlimited anymore....
Population growth brings new energy, business, and development to a region—but it also brings a huge thirst for water. Whether it’s new homes, industries, or farming, every new person added to a commu...
Water may seem like a never-ending resource—turn on a tap, and there it is. But for cities and farmers, water isn’t guaranteed, especially in places like California or the Southwest. That’s why long-t...
Water is essential—but in California, it’s also expensive, controversial, and tightly regulated. If you’ve ever wondered why your water bill keeps rising or why rates differ across counties, you’...