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Join us for an insightful webinar on findings and recommendations from the newly launched national assessment, “Untapped Potential: An Assessment of Urban Stormwater Runoff Potential in the United States.” Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Time: 10 AM PT/1 PM ET Format: Online on Zoom ? The study quantifies the volumetric potential of stormwater runoff in urban areas, finding 59.5 million acre-feet per year (AFY) – equivalent to an annual average of more than 53 billion gallons per day – of urban stormwater is generated. This work sets the stage for wider uptake of stormwater capture to improve water resilience, diversifying water supplies, and reducing water pollution. Panelists from the?Pacific Institute?and?2NDNATURE?will discuss major findings across a variety of geographies and dive deeper into the results through four illustrative case examples that highlight the potential role for stormwater capture. ? The webinar will conclude with a discussion of recommendations for policy and practice to help realize the ‘untapped potential’ as a tool to combat water scarcity and support long-term water resource sustainability and resilience in communities. ? Panelists include: ???Dr. Bruk Berhanu, Ph.D., P.E., Senior Researcher, Pacific Institute ???Heather Cooley, Director of Research, Pacific Institute ?? Dr.?Nicole Beck, CEO, 2NDNATURE ???Shannon Spurlock, Senior Researcher, Public Policy and Practice Uptake, Pacific Institute ? Register today to secure your spot:?https://lnkd.in/gf36YpAJ ? #RethinkRunoff?#StormwaterAssessment?#StormwaterCapture?#StormwaterResilienceNow?#WaterResilience?#PacificInstitute?#UrbanStormwater Morgan Shimabuku?|?Jessica Dery?|?Amanda Bielawski, PhD?|?Jason Morrison?|?Peter Gleick

?? A yearlong study by Utah State University researchers highlights critical gaps in water measurement infrastructure within the Great Salt Lake Basin. Discover the key findings and their potential impact. #MSWMagazine #MunicipalSewerAndWater #WaterManagement #GreatSaltLake #SustainableSolutions https://loom.ly/gpbmIFk

The Colorado River, and many other water supply systems, are too complex for all but the most engaged scientists to understand without careful explanation and context. This paper makes the case that water resources models of the Colorado River are necessary to give policy makers, and the general public, the tools they need to meet the challenge of a drying river.

NEWS: What frequent water main breaks say about America’s aging infrastructure. "U.S. #drinkingwater is among the world’s safest and most reliable, but aging infrastructure across the country is posing challenges. The American Society of Civil Engineers estimates that there's a water main break every two minutes. Shannon Márquez, professor of environmental health sciences at Columbia University, joins John Yang to discuss why these problems are so common." https://lnkd.in/eSEUwQz2 #waterquality #watersystems

Voice Your Opinions on California's Water Policy! The California Water Commission is conducting a Public Engagement Survey to gather diverse perspectives on water management issues. Your insights are crucial in helping shape state water policies and planning for California’s changing hydrology. Join the effort by taking this short survey—it’s just 14 questions and will take approximately five minutes. Your feedback will directly inform the Commission’s outreach and engagement strategies. Take the survey here:?https://lnkd.in/gqa337Vn Available until July 31. This is your opportunity to influence future water management solutions for a sustainable California. #CaliforniaWater #PublicEngagement #WaterPolicy #SustainableCalifornia

When you hear the term “rainwater collection”, what comes to mind? Making an informed decision regarding whether or not you think rainwater collection is right for you is important to us. For RainSaver Harvesting, rainwater collection means sustainability, conservation, independence, and much more. Read this article from “Journal of Urban and Environmental Engineering” if you would like to learn more about the advantages and topics to consider when thinking of your rainwater collection goals. Although the article itself primarily focused on urban rainwater collection, much of this information can be applied to the surrounding rural areas. ?

First and foremost, trout need water, which is why hydrology and water management has been a cornerstone of HFF's work since the 1990s. HFF's predictive models, water-supply summaries, and real-time flow measurement enhance the utility of data collected by state and federal agencies. Research on the relationship between groundwater and surface water has led to development of innovative water conservation strategies that inform the work of HFF's Farms and Fish program and regional conservation partners. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gaBibVGw

Did you know? ?? The use of #statisticalanalysis and #predictivemodeling allows #watersystems to be more precise in their compliance efforts, efficient in resource allocation, and transparent with their customers. For South Carolina water systems who do not expect to find lead pipes, it offers another opportunity – to re-classify "unknown" service lines as "non-lead" without the need to physically inspect every line. Here's an example ?? The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC)'s backing of statistical methods empowers the community of Summerville in the fight against lead. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gs7Wczny #waterinfrastructure #LCRI #gettheleadout #themoreyouknow

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Have you finalized your #NaturalAsset inventory? Time to put that data to use! With an understanding of the #EcosystemServices provided by natural assets, local governments can take the next step and define #LevelOfService objectives & measures that represent their commitment (e.g., through conservation and management) to sustain or enhance these ecosystem services in order to achieve their desired level of service. Local governments may need to employ specific activities, or build partnerships with other landowners or government jurisdictions to achieve their desired level of service as the natural assets upon which they rely may often be owned and/or under the jurisdiction of others. ?? Below are examples of #actions a local government can take to manage nature to meet stormwater objectives from our guidebook, Developing Levels of Service for Natural Assets. ?? Access the guide: https://lnkd.in/eCNqQRAh