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Washington DC
fromFast Company
1 month ago

El Paso, Texas, just broke ground on the first U.S. facility to turn wastewater directly into drinking water

El Paso is pioneering direct potable reuse of wastewater to address water scarcity.
Music production
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

PGA TOUR Studios / Foster + Partners

The building demonstrates significant sustainability achievements including energy reduction, water efficiency, and low-carbon material use.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
7 hours ago
UX design

BIG's interactive water installation reveals power of roca connect at milan design week 2025

Roca Connect demonstrates a commitment to sustainable water management through innovative design and smart technology at Fuorisalone 2025.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
1 month ago

El Paso, Texas, just broke ground on the first U.S. facility to turn wastewater directly into drinking water

El Paso is pioneering direct potable reuse of wastewater to address water scarcity.
Music production
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

PGA TOUR Studios / Foster + Partners

The building demonstrates significant sustainability achievements including energy reduction, water efficiency, and low-carbon material use.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
7 hours ago
UX design

BIG's interactive water installation reveals power of roca connect at milan design week 2025

Roca Connect demonstrates a commitment to sustainable water management through innovative design and smart technology at Fuorisalone 2025.
more#sustainability
#southern-california
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
Los Angeles

A rare glimpse inside the mountain tunnel that carries water to Southern California

The San Jacinto Tunnel is a crucial water delivery system for Southern California, showcasing early 20th-century engineering ingenuity.
fromwww.dailynews.com
2 months ago
OMG science

State to allocate more water from Northern California, increasing supplies, denting SoCal drought woes

Increased water allocation from Northern California to Southern California may serve as drought insurance for the future.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
Los Angeles

A rare glimpse inside the mountain tunnel that carries water to Southern California

The San Jacinto Tunnel is a crucial water delivery system for Southern California, showcasing early 20th-century engineering ingenuity.
fromwww.dailynews.com
2 months ago
OMG science

State to allocate more water from Northern California, increasing supplies, denting SoCal drought woes

Increased water allocation from Northern California to Southern California may serve as drought insurance for the future.
more#southern-california
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
California

Swimming in this California lake has been banned since 1953. That might change.

Santa Barbara County considers lifting swimming ban at Lake Cachuma, a popular yet underutilized resource.
fromPolygon
2 weeks ago
Board games

How to use the Pump Room to drain the Pool in Blue Prince

Manage water sources effectively using the Pump Room controls and follow step-by-step procedures to solve the water puzzle.
#water-scarcity
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Why Brazil faces a water crisis DW 04/16/2025

Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing due to increasing water scarcity, driven by climate change and mismanagement.
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Anurag Bajpayee and the Quiet Revolution in Water

Water scarcity poses an immediate crisis in South Asia's industrial sectors, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

Why does Brazil struggle with water crises? DW 04/16/2025

Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing as water scarcity issues arise.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Why Brazil faces a water crisis DW 04/16/2025

Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing due to increasing water scarcity, driven by climate change and mismanagement.
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Anurag Bajpayee and the Quiet Revolution in Water

Water scarcity poses an immediate crisis in South Asia's industrial sectors, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

Why does Brazil struggle with water crises? DW 04/16/2025

Brazil's perception of abundant freshwater is changing as water scarcity issues arise.
more#water-scarcity
fromEuro Weekly News
3 weeks ago
Barcelona

Catalonia ends drought crisis

Catalonia declares the end of its drought crisis as reservoirs replenish significantly after heavy spring rainfall.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Walters: In California's Capitol, some political fights span decades

California's political dynamics and legislative conflicts have remained remarkably consistent over the past 50 years.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 weeks ago
Mission District

Ballard: Protecting our communities from future floods - San Jose Spotlight

Valley Water's Coyote Creek Flood Protection Project is crucial for managing future flood risks in San Jose.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

In Texas, 'water is the new oil' as cities square off over aquifers that may soon dry out

Central Texas faces intense conflict over water management amidst rapid urban growth, highlighting future challenges with water availability and regulation.
#indigenous-knowledge
fromWorldhistory
3 months ago
History

Fluid Geographies by K. Maria D. Lane (Book Review)

Settler colonialism fundamentally influenced New Mexico's water regulations, negating Indigenous knowledge.
This book is essential for understanding the intersection of water management, colonial history, and Indigenous rights.
fromWorldhistory
3 months ago
History

Fluid Geographies by K. Maria D. Lane (Book Review)

Settler colonialism fundamentally influenced New Mexico's water regulations, negating Indigenous knowledge.
This book is essential for understanding the intersection of water management, colonial history, and Indigenous rights.
more#indigenous-knowledge
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

State decides how to spend nearly half a billion dollars available after collapse of Los Vaqueros Reservoir expansion project

California officials are redistributing nearly half a billion dollars from a failed reservoir expansion project to support other water initiatives.
#climate-change
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A water crisis at the US-Mexico border is getting worse

The U.S.-Mexico border faces a growing water crisis that requires collaborative management between the two nations.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

More than 540,000 London properties at high or medium risk of flash floods, warn environment chiefs

Over half a million properties in London are at risk of flooding due to inadequate drainage and climate change effects.
fromKqed
1 month ago
Chicago

Lessons From Elsewhere: Managing San Francisco's Stormwater and Sewage Mess | KQED

Chicago's water management system is evolving to handle storm runoff, but challenges remain due to climate change.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Northern California's famed 'glory hole' spillway is used for first time in years

Lake Berryessa's glory hole has spilled water due to recent atmospheric rivers, attracting onlookers and highlighting drought patterns in California.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A water crisis at the US-Mexico border is getting worse

The U.S.-Mexico border faces a growing water crisis that requires collaborative management between the two nations.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

More than 540,000 London properties at high or medium risk of flash floods, warn environment chiefs

Over half a million properties in London are at risk of flooding due to inadequate drainage and climate change effects.
fromKqed
1 month ago
Chicago

Lessons From Elsewhere: Managing San Francisco's Stormwater and Sewage Mess | KQED

Chicago's water management system is evolving to handle storm runoff, but challenges remain due to climate change.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Northern California's famed 'glory hole' spillway is used for first time in years

Lake Berryessa's glory hole has spilled water due to recent atmospheric rivers, attracting onlookers and highlighting drought patterns in California.
more#climate-change
#trump-administration
Washington DC
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Water officials knew that opening dams to meet Trump's wishes was ill-advised. Here's why it happened anyway

The Army Corps of Engineers faced backlash for releasing excess water after Trump's directive, raising risks of flooding and questioning the decision's rationale.
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago
US Elections

Trump says he may withhold federal aid for Los Angeles if California doesn't change water policies

Trump threatened to withhold federal disaster aid to California unless it changes water management policies, blaming Governor Newsom for wildfire response.
fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
3 months ago
US Elections

Cracks emerge in House GOP after speaker's threat to saddle California wildfire aid with conditions

California Republicans are resisting Trump's call for conditional disaster aid following recent wildfires.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Trump reenters California's water wars. It's unclear who will win

Trump's order aims to increase California water deliveries, potentially overriding state policies, amid mixed reactions on agricultural and environmental impacts.
OMG science
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Trump wants to upend California water policy. State officials say it could do harm

President Trump aims to prioritize agricultural and urban water needs in California over environmental protections, raising concerns about ecosystem impacts.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Acting on Trump's order, federal officials opened up two California dams

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers increased water flow from dams to aid California's water supply, influenced by federal directives and weather forecasts.
Washington DC
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Water officials knew that opening dams to meet Trump's wishes was ill-advised. Here's why it happened anyway

The Army Corps of Engineers faced backlash for releasing excess water after Trump's directive, raising risks of flooding and questioning the decision's rationale.
US Elections
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Trump says he may withhold federal aid for Los Angeles if California doesn't change water policies

Trump threatened to withhold federal disaster aid to California unless it changes water management policies, blaming Governor Newsom for wildfire response.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Trump reenters California's water wars. It's unclear who will win

Trump's order aims to increase California water deliveries, potentially overriding state policies, amid mixed reactions on agricultural and environmental impacts.
OMG science
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Trump wants to upend California water policy. State officials say it could do harm

President Trump aims to prioritize agricultural and urban water needs in California over environmental protections, raising concerns about ecosystem impacts.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Acting on Trump's order, federal officials opened up two California dams

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers increased water flow from dams to aid California's water supply, influenced by federal directives and weather forecasts.
more#trump-administration
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Design

Dar El Farina / Leopold Banchini Architects

The Dar El Farina house harmonizes with its desert environment using traditional water systems and sustainable materials for self-sufficiency.
#environmental-issues
fromwww.montereyherald.com
2 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Carmel River: Wading in to save the steelhead

Cory Hamilton and his team rescue distressed steelhead trout from the drying Carmel River, underscoring ongoing conservation challenges.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Donald Trump trolls Gavin Newsom about Los Angeles fires. Why do his lies work? | Opinion

California's wildfires are exacerbated by wind, not water mismanagement, contrary to public misconceptions and political claims.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Donald Trump trolls Gavin Newsom about Los Angeles fires. Why do his lies work? | Opinion

California's wildfires are exacerbated by wind, not water mismanagement, contrary to public misconceptions and political claims.
more#environmental-issues
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Interim Silicon Valley water CEO faces conflict of interest concerns - San Jose Spotlight

Melanie Richardson faces scrutiny over a potential conflict of interest related to a contract with her husband's consulting firm while leading Valley Water.
#agriculture
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Skelton: California farmers bought Trump's election pitch. Now they may pay the price

California farmers are caught in a complex situation with Trump's promises conflicting with their labor needs and potential water restrictions.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
OMG science

West Texas is deep in drought. Could oil wastewater be the solution?

Repurposing produced water in West Texas could provide irrigation solutions and reduce risks associated with wastewater injection.
There are pilot projects evaluating the feasibility of produced water for agricultural use.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Skelton: California farmers bought Trump's election pitch. Now they may pay the price

California farmers are caught in a complex situation with Trump's promises conflicting with their labor needs and potential water restrictions.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
OMG science

West Texas is deep in drought. Could oil wastewater be the solution?

Repurposing produced water in West Texas could provide irrigation solutions and reduce risks associated with wastewater injection.
There are pilot projects evaluating the feasibility of produced water for agricultural use.
more#agriculture
#thames-water
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Islington councillors slam 'greedy' Thames Water after bills soar and leaks increase

Residents of Islington are facing high bills and disruptions due to Thames Water's poor infrastructure management.
Islington Council leaders criticize Thames Water for prioritizing profit over resident welfare.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Thames Water facing new probe over delays to environmental schemes

Thames Water is under investigation for failing to complete essential environmental schemes, which may breach its operating license.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Islington councillors slam 'greedy' Thames Water after bills soar and leaks increase

Residents of Islington are facing high bills and disruptions due to Thames Water's poor infrastructure management.
Islington Council leaders criticize Thames Water for prioritizing profit over resident welfare.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Thames Water facing new probe over delays to environmental schemes

Thames Water is under investigation for failing to complete essential environmental schemes, which may breach its operating license.
more#thames-water
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Silicon Valley water agency flops on outreach ahead of sweeps - San Jose Spotlight

Valley Water has reversed its commitment to outreach efforts before enforcing a ban on homeless encampments, citing public safety concerns.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Absorb, Filter, Store: 9 Projects Showcasing How Sponge Cities Adapt to Climate Challenges

Sponge cities support flood mitigation by integrating natural, permeable landscapes that absorb rainwater, enhancing urban resilience and reducing maintenance costs.
#california
California
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Trump Claims That Military Turned On the Water for California Wildfires

Trump's claims about military intervention in California's water management are false and have been debunked by state officials.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Trump Seeks to Assert More Control Over California's Water

President Trump's executive order empowers federal oversight in California water management, challenging state authority amid wildfire crises.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Trump Seeks to Assert More Control Over California's Water

The executive order empowers federal authority over California's water management, undermining state control.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Trump social media claim of using troops to force water flow is refuted by California

Trump escalates conflict with California over water management, claiming military involvement in water supply, which officials deny.
fromFuturism
3 months ago
California

Trump Blames California Wildfires on "Worthless Fish"

Trump blames California's wildfires on Delta smelt, criticizing Governor Newsom for prioritizing the fish over water for the people.
Critics highlight Trump's misunderstanding of California's water management and ecology.
California
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Trump Claims That Military Turned On the Water for California Wildfires

Trump's claims about military intervention in California's water management are false and have been debunked by state officials.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Trump Seeks to Assert More Control Over California's Water

President Trump's executive order empowers federal oversight in California water management, challenging state authority amid wildfire crises.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Trump Seeks to Assert More Control Over California's Water

The executive order empowers federal authority over California's water management, undermining state control.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Trump social media claim of using troops to force water flow is refuted by California

Trump escalates conflict with California over water management, claiming military involvement in water supply, which officials deny.
fromFuturism
3 months ago
California

Trump Blames California Wildfires on "Worthless Fish"

Trump blames California's wildfires on Delta smelt, criticizing Governor Newsom for prioritizing the fish over water for the people.
Critics highlight Trump's misunderstanding of California's water management and ecology.
more#california
#california-wildfires
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US news

Trump Expected to Visit Los Angeles on Friday

Trump threatens to withhold federal aid from California over water management issues during fire visit.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago
California

Trump and Musk Blame Gov. Newsom, California Democrats for Wildfires But Not Climate Change

California's wildfire challenges and water management issues have led to blame directed at Governor Newsom from Trump and other critics.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago
California

Trump and Musk Blame Gov. Newsom, California Democrats for Wildfires But Not Climate Change

California's wildfire challenges and water management issues have led to blame directed at Governor Newsom from Trump and other critics.
more#california-wildfires
California
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Chaos agent' Trump revives California water wars as experts warn of turmoil

Trump reignites California water wars by prioritizing water diversion over environmental protections, complicating existing negotiations.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Science

Development is taking a toll on Florida's precious springs

Florida's freshwater springs are declining due to groundwater pumping and development, impacting both wildlife habitats and recreational opportunities.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
3 months ago

Mysterious mask found inside Libyan cistern

Archaeologists unveiled a complex water management system in the ancient city of Ptolemais, highlighting advanced engineering skills of the time.
#los-angeles
Los Angeles
fromtime.com
3 months ago

What to Know About the LA Fire Hydrants That Ran Dry When They Were Needed Most

The water system in Los Angeles failed to support firefighting efforts during the worst fire in the city's history.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Los Angeles

California's water management policies under fire as hydrants run dry

The Palisades fire exposed flaws in Los Angeles' water management, severely stressing the system and causing hydrants to run dry during the crisis.
Los Angeles
fromtime.com
3 months ago

What to Know About the LA Fire Hydrants That Ran Dry When They Were Needed Most

The water system in Los Angeles failed to support firefighting efforts during the worst fire in the city's history.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Los Angeles

California's water management policies under fire as hydrants run dry

The Palisades fire exposed flaws in Los Angeles' water management, severely stressing the system and causing hydrants to run dry during the crisis.
more#los-angeles
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