State board says five‑year recharge permits are working but cost, CEQA and method hurdles limit use A legislative hearing reviewed AB 658 implementation and the State Water Resources Control Board’s use of five‑year temporary groundwater recharge permits; board staff cited recent gains (seven five‑year permits and more than 43,000 acre‑feet authorized this season), while water districts warned high front‑end costs, CEQA‑related conditions and the 90/20 flow test keep actual diversions far below permitted amounts.

California's new groundwater recharge permits promise to streamline water storage, but high costs and regulatory hurdles are hampering their effectiveness.

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One type of drinking water linked to up to 62% higher Parkinson's risk The study looked at 12,370 people with Parkinson's disease and more than 1.2 million people without the disease.

People whose drinking water comes from newer groundwater had a higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease than those whose drinking water comes from older groundwater. #groundwaterrecharge #groundwater #percolation #ancientwater #disease #water #Parkinsons www.newsweek.com/one-type-of-...

Madera County approves two Prop. 68 groundwater recharge agreements with landowners The Board approved agreements with the Haines Family Trust and Volte Family Farms to carry out groundwater recharge activities under a Proposition 68 grant; the board previously authorized a construction contract and recorded both votes as 4-0.

Madera County is taking a giant leap towards sustainable water management by approving key agreements for groundwater recharge under a Proposition 68 grant!

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House committee advances bill to streamline state funding for reservoir projects HB 349 would create a qualification process so reservoir projects that meet regional or state benefit and readiness criteria can access state funds; the committee recommended it favorably after stakeholder testimony supporting inclusion of groundwater recharge projects.

A new bill aims to streamline state funding for reservoir projects, ensuring they meet essential criteria to help Utah's water future thrive.

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Va. subcommittee delays mandate for data-center rainwater systems, asks agencies to craft best practices The Senate subcommittee continued SB 521 to 2027 and asked DEQ and the Virginia Department of Health to develop best practices after hearing proponents who called for rooftop rainwater capture and industry witnesses who urged flexibility and work-group study.

Virginia's Senate subcommittee has hit pause on a rainwater harvesting mandate for data centers, opting instead to seek expert input on best practices for sustainable water use.

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💧 Today is #WorldWetlandsDay. Wetlands play a key role in water quality, #GroundwaterRecharge and #ClimateResilience.

By reducing pressure on natural water systems through smarter planning and #AlternativeWaterResources, projects like RECREATE contribute to a more resilient water future! 🌍💧

Permeable driveways allow our groundwater to recharge naturally instead of sending polluted runoff into the ocean. Rainplan helps you replace cracked concrete with surfaces that breathe.

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Buckeye adopts 2025 Integrated Water Master Plan update to guide long‑range water and wastewater infrastructure Council unanimously adopted the 2025 update to Buckeye’s Integrated Water Master Plan, endorsing a 'one water' approach, flexible hub‑campus infrastructure strategies, effluent recharge and partnership models with developers to manage long‑term groundwater supplies and growth through 2040.

Buckeye has just adopted a groundbreaking 2025 Integrated Water Master Plan that promises a sustainable 'one water' strategy for the future!

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Groundwater depletion in India: the influence of seasonal precipitation and land use land cover - Environmental Science and Pollution Research The rapid depletion of groundwater across India has been revealed through data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) satellites, particularly in the northern plains. In India, groun...

Cao, Y., Roy, S.S. Groundwater depletion in India: the influence of seasonal precipitation and land use land cover. Environ Sci Pollut Res (2025). doi.org/10.1007/s113...

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Colma Creek project in South San Francisco diverts, treats and reuses millions of gallons for park irrigation and recharge Engineers described Orange Memorial Park as a first‑of‑its‑kind regional stormwater capture project that stores stormwater in a cistern (≈230,000 gal) for reuse, directs overflow to a 1.6M‑gal infiltration gallery for groundwater recharge, and produces an estimated 15M gal/year of non‑potable reuse; ongoing O&M and permitting remain central implementation issues.

Discover how South San Francisco's groundbreaking stormwater capture project is transforming runoff into millions of gallons for irrigation and groundwater recharge!

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Glendora water officials: deliveries halted after golden mussel found upstream; statewide supplies mixed Water staff told the Glendora Water Commission that several regional untreated water deliveries were halted Sept. 24 after the invasive golden mussel was detected upstream, though local basin storage and groundwater wells show mixed trends. Commissioners voted 5-0 to receive the report.

Water deliveries in Glendora have come to a standstill after the invasive golden mussel was discovered upstream, prompting urgent action from local water officials.

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State, federal agencies outline mixed outlook as water year 2026 begins State and federal water officials said Northern California ended 2025 with near‑average precipitation and reservoirs but cautioned that La Niña, marine heat, and uneven storm tracks leave the new water year’s outlook uncertain. Agencies emphasized readiness for groundwater recharge, forecast improvements and infrastructure actions taken over the 12

State and federal officials are sounding the alarm for the 2026 water year, warning that unpredictable storm patterns could leave California grappling with both flooding and drought challenges.

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Klamath County leaders discuss groundwater monitoring and managed aquifer recharge projects Officials emphasize groundwater monitoring's importance for irrigation and economic sustainability in Klamath County.

Klamath County's future hinges on vital groundwater discussions that could reshape agriculture and combat drought—are we ready to protect our resources?

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📣 #Rheinblick2027 is hosting an online seminar on #ClimateChange impacts on #GroundwaterRecharge.

📆 22 Oct. 2025, 🕐 1-3 PM.

❗️Speakers:
- Christian Moeck (CH-GNet & Eawag)
- Mario Hergesell (HLNUG & KLIWA Groundwater Working Group)
- Albrecht Weerts (Deltares)

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Flood Control District Discusses Wilcox Basin Recharge Project in Bisbee Arizona Flood Control District reviews Wilcox Regional Flood Mitigation Project and future construction collaborations.

Cochise County is taking big steps towards smarter flood management with the groundbreaking Wilcox Regional Flood Mitigation Project!

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Flood Control District Discusses Wilcox Watershed Study and Future Projects in Bisbee Flood Control District reviews groundwater recharge and flood mitigation strategies at September meeting.

Cochise County officials are diving deep into groundbreaking flood management strategies that could reshape the future of water conservation in Bisbee.

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Kansas State Faculty Discuss Localized Water Management and Recharge Opportunities Kansas State experts explore impacts of irrigation management on local aquifer and stream health.

Kansas lawmakers and experts are tackling the critical balance of water rights and sustainability—could their decisions today shape the future of Kansas water management?

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Supervisor Rogers highlights farmer-led groundwater recharge initiatives at Pistachio Growers meeting Rogers emphasizes the importance of farmer-initiated groundwater recharge projects for sustainability

Madera County farmers are stepping up to lead the charge on innovative groundwater recharge initiatives, proving they can tackle sustainability faster and better than government!

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Feather River Project prioritizes Palermo for groundwater recharge initiatives Palermo area selected for groundwater recharge design, benefiting agriculture and local communities.

Local officials are championing a groundbreaking water recharge project in Palermo that promises to transform agriculture and bolster community sustainability in Butte County.

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The Art Of Living Recognized As Best Rainwater Harvesting NGO - IndiaWest Journal News The Art Of Living Recognized As Best Rainwater Harvesting NGO.

The Art Of Living Recognized As Best Rainwater Harvesting NGO

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Punjab to Boost Fisheries Sector Through Multipurpose Primary Agri Coop Societies: Alok Shekhar - Yes Punjab News Punjab's Alok Shekhar emphasizes revitalizing ponds and boosting fisheries through PACS and mPACS to drive agricultural growth, rural development, and groundwater conservation.

Punjab to Boost Fisheries Sector Through Multipurpose Primary Agri Coop Societies: Alok Shekhar yespunjab.com?p=75620

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Some Pajaro Valley farms are paid to solve California’s water crisis by returning stormwater to th... Can agriculture, long considered a drain on the state’s water resources, help solve California’s water crisis? In the Pajaro Valley, some farmers are being paid to return stormwater to the ground....

Some Pajaro Valley farms are paid to solve California’s water crisis by returning stormwater to the ground. #groundwater #water #stormwater #groundwaterrecharge #California #drought lookout.co/santacruz/en...