Collecting and using rainwater is widespread in Germany. In the UK it is estimated it could save up to 40% of domestic water use

When it comes to reducing water shortages in the UK, one idea scarcely gets mentioned: rainwater harvesting.

Rainwater can be drained off roofs and colle

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TOWN OF ULSTER, N.Y. — The Town Board will seek a grant that covers most of the estimated $1.81 million cost to replace the smaller of the two Water District’s tanks.

Under a resolution approved during a meet

Stafford continues to invest in its utility infrastructure by constructing its newest elevated water storage tank. The $6.25 million project for the new tank, located off Enon Road, will hold two million gallons of water once it is completed in the fall of 2023.

This additional water tan

San Diego water managers exude an understated confidence when they talk about the regional drought that is drying up California and the Colorado River Basin.

“Despite the fact that we’ve developed the supplies and have the water available, it’s never okay to waste and we’re alway

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At first glance, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s new water supply strategy might suggest the projects he is proposing will create about 7 million acre-feet of new water, but a closer reading shows that&r

Cal Am's proposed desal plant would be located on the dunes at the northern edge of Marina. Photographed by Nic Coury.

Cal Am's proposed desal plant would be located on the dunes at the northern edge of Marina. Photographed by Nic Coury.

After initially turning away California

Cloudy skies this morning followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon. High 77F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%..

Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Low 67F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

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Residents still have concerns following a 2021 jet fuel leak.

A lawsuit alleges the Navy "harbored toxic secrets" after jet fuel leaked from a storage facility in Hawaii operated by the Navy, contaminating locals' drinking water and sickening hundreds of families.

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NOTE: A list of municipal projects receiving support follows this release.

Fifteen communities will receive support for water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste projects through the Provincial Capital Assistance Program, the Province announced today, August 26.

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