Although California has a long history of periodic dry spells, the current drought — the worst since record-keeping began – is now entering its fourth year and there are those who say the state needs to brace for a megadrought …
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Who is Stealing Your Water?
Water utilities are tasked with providing homes and businesses in a defined district with a reliable supply of safe, usable water. In return for this service, they collect revenues. Sounds simple, right? The “classic” Water Balance Table in the upper …
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Smart Technology vs. Water Becoming the New Oil
The phrase “water and oil don’t mix” is a warning against trying to establish a linkage between elements that are too unlike each other to get along (e.g., friendship and money). One could say that the “Is Water the New …
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Water metering can help ease California drought
The installation of water meters by all water utilities in California could result in significant water savings and could help reduce water loss, according to a new report published by the Pacific Institute. The report, titled Metering in California, stated …
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