Water Resilience, Climate Change, and Water Systems in California

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Discover smart solutions for water resilience and climate change—empowering Californians to protect our future, one drop at a time.

Welcome to our blog—a space to ignite hope and action for California’s water future. As climate change reshapes our landscape, we dive into the pressing challenges and bold solutions shaping water resilience across the state. Through expert insights, practical tools, and inspiring community stories, we empower you to make a difference. Whether you're a resident, policymaker, or changemaker, you have a role in securing our shared future. Join us—and let’s build a thriving, water-wise California together.

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Advancing California’s Water Future: Implementation Pathways & Local Case Studies Under the California Water Plan 2023

September 23, 2025
By Esther N Lofton, Laljeet S Sangha, Laura E Garza Diaz
 California’s water systems are at a pivotal moment. The pressures of climate change, population growth, aging infrastructure, and persistent inequities in water access are converging to create unprecedented challenges. At the same time, the state is moving forward with an ambitious, integrated vision…
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Celebrating Water Awareness Month: Why May Matters in California

May 8, 2025
By Esther N Lofton
  Every drop counts, especially in California. That’s why May is officially recognized as Water Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the value of water in our lives, our landscapes, and our future.Why Water Awareness Month?Initiated in the early 1980s by the California Department of Water…
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