GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Protection and use of springs; Cloud seeding; Evaporation suppression; Desalination of brackish groundwater or sea water; and Effluent treatment and re-use. Developing and integrating other sources like groundwater, desalination and re-use, etc., with surface systems also to enhance water security.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Golden State is currently facing the driest three-year period on record since the 19th century. And if things with the ongoing climate crisis continue as is, the economic impact of California’s drought could be devastating. This year alone, the state lost about $3.5 billion for crops that were lost to the drought.

Detailed explanation-3: -the state is taking advantage of the runoff to raise storage above and below ground. California has committed more than $8.6 billion to build water resilience in the last two budgets. The Governor’s 2023-24 budget proposal includes an additional $202 million for flood protection.

Detailed explanation-4: -Recycle more water. More desalination. Capture stormwater runoff. Transform California agriculture. Tear out lawns. Replumb California. Store more water in reservoirs. Recharge groundwater basins. More items •07-Nov-2022