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ACWA Comments on State Water Board’s Revised Draft Water Use Efficiency Regulation

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) released the following statement today from Regulatory Relations Manager Chelsea Haines regarding the State Water Resources Control Board’s revised draft regulation for Making Conservation a California Way of Life , which outlines water use efficiency goals for urban retail water suppliers.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) released the following statement today from Regulatory Relations Manager Chelsea Haines regarding the State Water Resources Control Board’s revised draft regulation for Making Conservation a California Way of Life , which outlines water use efficiency goals for urban retail water suppliers.
  • “ACWA appreciates the work of the State Water Board over the past several months to understand the concerns of the water community.
  • While ACWA staff continues to review the details of the revised draft regulation, it appears to address our primary concerns and is moving in the right direction toward a regulation that is feasible, cost-effective and avoids unintended impacts, while establishing an ambitious framework for advancing long-term water use efficiency in California.
  • “The revised draft regulation now provides the appropriate flexibility in how urban water suppliers across the state can continue working with their customers to build on existing efforts to further advance long-term water use efficiency.

ACWA Presents Irvine Ranch Water District With 2023 Excellence in Communication Award

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) today presented its Huell Howser Excellence in Communication Award to Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) for its creative and impactful water efficiency campaign video series — the Shed Show — highlighting the beauty of water-efficient and California-native landscaping.

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  • INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) today presented its Huell Howser Excellence in Communication Award to Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) for its creative and impactful water efficiency campaign video series — the Shed Show — highlighting the beauty of water-efficient and California-native landscaping.
  • The award was presented during the 2023 ACWA Fall Conference & Expo in Indian Wells, where water professionals gathered for programs and panel discussions on California’s critical water issues.
  • “It’s critical that water districts continue to educate and engage their customers on significant issues such as water efficiency,” said ACWA President Pamela Tobin.
  • Rancho Water District for its Rancho15 Drought Outreach Campaign, designed to help customers make immediate and long-term changes to reduce water use by 15 percent.

ACWA Awards $10,000 Water Law & Policy Scholarship

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) today announced the winner of its 2023 Stephen K. Hall Water Law & Policy scholarship.

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  • INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) today announced the winner of its 2023 Stephen K. Hall Water Law & Policy scholarship.
  • The scholarship was announced at the 2023 ACWA Fall Conference & Expo in Indian Wells, where water professionals from throughout California gather for programs and panel discussions on a variety of key water issues.
  • The scholarship was established in 2007 in honor of former ACWA Executive Director Steve Hall, who passed away in 2010 after a lengthy battle with ALS.
  • ACWA is a statewide association of public agencies whose more than 470 members are responsible for about 90% of the water delivered in California.

ACWA Presents 2023 Emissary Award to Edgar Dymally

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Mentorship, Conference, Trustee, Drinking water, Microplastics, Human, Water, PFAS, ACWA

INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) on Nov. 29 presented its 18th annual Emissary Award to Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Senior Environmental Scientist Edgar Dymally.

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  • INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) on Nov. 29 presented its 18th annual Emissary Award to Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Senior Environmental Scientist Edgar Dymally.
  • Presented during ACWA’s 2023 Fall Conference & Expo in Indian Wells, the award recognizes individuals who have made remarkable contributions to California water through voluntary service to ACWA.
  • “Edgar Dymally has been a collaborative and thoughtful voice at ACWA, especially on issues related to drinking water quality,” said ACWA President Pamela Tobin.
  • ACWA is a statewide association of public agencies whose more than 470 members are responsible for about 90% of the water delivered in California.

ACWA 2023 Fall Conference Explores Top California Water Issues

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Public policy, Conference, Water, Food, ACWA, PPIC

INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) 2023 Fall Conference & Expo Nov. 29-30 will draw local water agency leaders from throughout California to Indian Wells for updates, analyses and perspectives on multiple water-related issues affecting every part of the state.

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  • INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) 2023 Fall Conference & Expo Nov. 29-30 will draw local water agency leaders from throughout California to Indian Wells for updates, analyses and perspectives on multiple water-related issues affecting every part of the state.
  • Panel discussions will explore current and emerging issues affecting California’s water supply and its management.
  • The ACWA 2023 Fall Conference & Expo will also feature keynote addresses from California Secretary for Environmental Protection Yana Garcia and Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) President and CEO Tani Cantil-Sakauye, who served as California Chief Justice between 2011 and 2022.
  • Media check in at ACWA conference registration desk, Renaissance Esmeralda, 44400 Indian Wells Lane
    ACWA is a statewide association of public agencies whose more than 470 members are responsible for about 90% of the water delivered in California.

Nextracker Achieves 10-Gigawatt Milestone in Middle East, Africa, and India Solar Power Markets

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231212023457/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231212023457/en/
    Sakaka Solar Plant in Saudi Arabia featuring Nextracker's NX Horizon smart solar tracker.
  • We continue to invest in these markets with sales, engineering, and professional services teams to better serve our customers throughout the entire solar project lifecycle.
  • United Arab Emirates (Phase V of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park ) – project with Shanghai Electric and ACWA Power providing over one gigawatt of power for Dubai.
  • For more information about Nextracker’s integrated solar tracker and software solutions, please visit https://nextracker.com/trackers/

Market Segmentation Analysis Reveals Steam Methane Reforming Dominance and Rapid Growth in Mobility Sector in the Global Hydrogen Market

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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By Technology: The global hydrogen market is categorized into four segments based on technology: steam methane reforming (SMR), electrolysis, coal gasification, and others.

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  • By Technology: The global hydrogen market is categorized into four segments based on technology: steam methane reforming (SMR), electrolysis, coal gasification, and others.
  • By Sector: Hydrogen demand is segmented into five sectors: existing industry use, mobility, power generation, building and industry heat, and new industry feedstock.
  • While grey hydrogen, produced from fossil fuels, dominates the market currently, green hydrogen from renewable sources and low carbon hydrogen are expected to grow significantly.
  • By Region: The global hydrogen market is analyzed based on regions, including Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and the rest of the world.

Media Alert: ACWA, CWEA Offer Tips on Covering Water Professionals Appreciation Week

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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During California Water Professionals Appreciation Week, which takes place from October 7 to 15, water associations are spotlighting the dedicated individuals and incredible opportunities that keep California's water systems functioning flawlessly.

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  • During California Water Professionals Appreciation Week, which takes place from October 7 to 15, water associations are spotlighting the dedicated individuals and incredible opportunities that keep California's water systems functioning flawlessly.
  • There’s a big team of people behind the scenes taking care of California’s water and they deserve recognition,” said Jenn Jones, the Executive Director and CEO of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
  • We’ve always been here and water workers are essential to life in California.”
    What are the water workforce challenges?
  • To address the challenges faced by the water workforce, we’re raising the profile of water professionals during Water Week, including:
    Celebrating water professionals and highlighting the overflowing well of job opportunities during California Water Professionals Appreciation Week on October 7-15.

ACWA Statement on the Passing of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein

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Saturday, September 30, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) released the following statement today on the passing of longtime U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), who was a champion of California water.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) released the following statement today on the passing of longtime U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), who was a champion of California water.
  • “The California water community has lost a friend and one of its greatest champions with the passing of Senator Feinstein.
  • “Senator Feinstein was a legendary advocate for water resources management and has left an extraordinary legacy of leadership in Western water.
  • ACWA sends its heartfelt condolences to the senator’s family, loved ones and staff.”
    “With Senator Feinstein’s passing, ACWA and our members have lost one of the finest leaders ever on California and Western water issues.

Nation’s Largest Statewide Public Water Agency Coalition Elects Leadership for 2024-‘25

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Green, currently ACWA vice president, has served on the Orange County Water District (OCWD) Board of Directors since 2010 and is also Vice Chair of the National Water Research Institute.

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  • Green, currently ACWA vice president, has served on the Orange County Water District (OCWD) Board of Directors since 2010 and is also Vice Chair of the National Water Research Institute.
  • She succeeds outgoing ACWA President Pamela Tobin, who serves on the San Juan Water District Board of Directors in the Sacramento area.
  • ACWA is the largest statewide coalition of public water agencies in the U.S with more than 470 public water agency members.
  • ACWA is a statewide association of public agencies whose more than 470 members are responsible for about 90% of the water delivered in California.