California Farms Use How Much Water? Nobody Really Knows
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No comprehensive data exist on agricultural water consumption.
Infographic: California Freshwater Withdrawals
A breakdown of where California's water is used most, from fracking and Nestle's bottling plant to almonds and lawns.
Gila River Diversion in New Mexico Pits New West vs Old
Debate demonstrates the power of water in the drying American West.
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Receives Temporary Dam
Rock barriers will deflect saltwater intrusion in California’s most important water body.
Alaska Bulk Water Shipments to California Proposed
Despite a signed contract, Sitka city officials say the real test is whether water is actually delivered.
California Water Restrictions Generate Flood of Resistance
Cities object to mandatory limits on water use.
Infographic: Price of Water in 30 Major U.S. Cities (2010-2015)
Cities raise rates to pay for repairs and to respond to conservation.
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Infographic: 2015 Price of U.S. Water, Sewer, and Stormwater
Map of the cost of water service in 30 major U.S. cities.
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Infographic: Ohio Passes Farm Regulations to Stop Lake Erie Toxic Algae
Ohio passes its first regulations on farm practices and wastewater discharges since the Toledo drinking water crisis eight months ago.
Price of Water 2015: Up 6 Percent in 30 Major U.S. Cities; 41 Percent Rise Since 2010
As urban water use declines, utilities change business models.
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U.S. EPA Avoids Stricter Water Pollution Standards for Gulf of Mexico
Court decision makes it easier for EPA to leave nutrient pollution…
Infographic: Emergency Water Funds for California Communities (May 2014-July 2015)
State emergency funds help public water systems and private well…