Our Water Policy Program focuses on developing and implementing sustainable water policies that enable California to meet water needs for our growing population, our economy and our environment. Below are summaries of four PCL Water Program efforts to reform water policy in California.
Investment Strategy for Water
California’s growing population, our $1.4 trillion economy and our natural resources all require clean, reliable and affordable water. At the same time with extremely limited federal, state and local budgets we cannot afford to make investment decisions that will not produce results. This Investment Strategy for California Water identifies the most cost-effective, environmentally beneficial and socially acceptable water management strategies.
Stop the Water Give Away (Sign A Petition)
While multiple Delta species hover on the brink of extinction, the federal government is proposing to give away a 60 year contract for over a million acre feet of Delta water to one of the largest irrigation districts in the world. Tell California Legislators to stop the water give away by signing our online petition today!
Water Acquisition Project (20K PDF file)
PCL promotes an aggressive water acquisition proposal to secure water for the ailing Bay Delta. Water would be purchased from contractors and left in the Delta to help restore fisheries, provide greater stability for water users, and benefit the California economy.
Landmark Water Case
See how the eight year legal battle between PCL and the Department of Water Resources lead to a precedent setting decision on water delivery.
