State GovernmentCourt Strikes Down Tiered Water-RatesApril 20, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown is calling on local water agencies to adjust their pricing structures as a way to promote conservation. But a state court ruling issued today could undermine those efforts. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
The Drought Not Likely To Cause Higher Grocery BillsApril 20, 2015 | Lesley McClurgEven though the price of water is skyrocketing in California, and experts predict farmers will fallow about a million acres this year, your grocery bill is not likely to go up. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Bill Would Require Water Submeters On New ApartmentsApril 20, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia lawmakers are considering a bill that would require the installation of water meters in each unit of newly constructed apartments. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Drought: New Proposed Water Reduction Plan ReleasedApril 18, 2015 | Amy QuintonThe State Water Resources Control Board has released new proposed regulations on water use in California.
State GovernmentBrown Says Water Rights Changes ComingApril 16, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s system of water rights is coming under scrutiny as the state’s drought gets worse. Today Governor Jerry Brown indicated there may be some changes coming to the century-old system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentUC Davis Tags California Roadkill 'Hotspots'April 15, 2015 | Ed JoyceA report from UC Davis said two of the most dangerous traffic spots for wildlife are in Northern California, including Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAnalyst: California Drought Not A Significant Hit To EconomyApril 15, 2015(AP) - California's nonpartisan fiscal analyst says the drought is not likely to have a significant effect on the state's economy or budget.
EnvironmentClimate Experts Gather In Reno For U.S. Drought Monitor ForumApril 15, 2015 | Ky PlaskonClimate experts from across the country are in Reno for the U.S. Drought Monitor Forum through Thursday. They're looking for public help to gather information about the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: U.S. Water Use Declined Before Current Drought BeganApril 15, 2015 | Ed JoyceA new report shows that total water use in the United States declined across all sectors, including agriculture, from 2005 to 2010. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezExplaining the U.S. Drought MonitorApril 15, 2015In Reno, some of the top researchers and policymakers are gathering for the 2015 U.S. Drought Monitor Forum. What’s a “drought monitor?” It’s a noun and a verb. Dr. Kelly Redmond will explain. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
