WATER POSITIVITY
Water resilience in California California’ s water systems face mounting pressure from climate change, population growth, aging infrastructure and drought. To tackle these, the state’ s Water Resilience Portfolio embraces a diversified approach: maintaining and diversifying supplies, enhancing drought flexibility, strengthening ecosystem health and supporting frontline communities. The state government champions regional adaptation, helping counties and cities not only reduce reliance on a single source but also diversify and modernize their water infrastructure. For example, Los Angeles County’ s comprehensive adoption of resilience strategies is a model for other regions.
These efforts converge around several themes:
Diversifying water sources – from groundwater, surface water, recycled water and stormwater capture.
Building multi-benefit projects – like green infrastructure for water quality and flood resilience.
Integrating equity and Indigenous knowledge – ensuring fair access and respect for Native communities in planning.
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