The document summarizes a meeting to discuss planning for climate change impacts on water supply. Speakers will brief attendees on local climate studies showing warming trends and projections of reduced precipitation and snowpack. This could decrease water supply. Regulations like AB 32 require reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Water Authority partners with scientists and other agencies to understand climate impacts and find solutions. It incorporates climate change into long-term planning and develops strategies to diversify supply, increase storage, and promote conservation and efficiency to adapt to potential impacts.
The document discusses alternatives being considered for a water master plan, including optimizing existing facilities, imported supplies, and desalination, as well as a proposed new alternative of a Colorado River conveyance. It provides details on analyses being done to evaluate the alternatives and develop the master plan, and recommends approving contract amendments and budget increases to further study the Colorado River conveyance alternative.
The document outlines the background, goals, and process for updating the San Diego County Water Authority's 2002 Regional Water Facilities Master Plan to evaluate water demand trends and optimize existing infrastructure through 2035, including selecting a consultant team to prepare the 2012 update and establishing a schedule and budget for the project.
The document summarizes the results of a water supply master plan analysis for a water agency. It discusses near-term and long-term recommended system improvements to address untreated water conveyance constraints and potential supply shortfalls. Near-term projects include new pump stations while long-term options include a seawater desalination plant or Colorado River conveyance facility to improve supply reliability. Cost comparisons of supply options are provided, with the desalination plant expected to be more cost-effective at larger scales or longer timeframes.
This document summarizes a presentation on an updated regional water facilities master plan. It outlines near-term and long-term water supply and conveyance projects to address constraints and risks identified in supply/demand and storage utilization analyses through 2025 and beyond. Near-term projects focus on untreated water conveyance and operational flexibility. Long-term projects include a second crossover pipeline, Pipeline 6, Colorado River conveyance, and Camp Pendleton desalination. It recommends Board approval of proposed near-term projects and distribution of the initial master plan draft for review.
This document summarizes a presentation on the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan process. It provides an overview of the plan, including a recap of its development, key elements, and remaining steps. It discusses the plan's relationship to the agency's master plan and supplemental environmental impact report. The presentation outlines the plan's greenhouse gas emissions inventory, reduction targets, and strategies to lower emissions from agency operations by 2020 and 2035. It indicates the draft plan and related documents will be released for public review and comment in late 2013.
This document summarizes the process for developing the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan (CAP). It outlines the key elements of the CAP including establishing a 2009 greenhouse gas emissions baseline and reduction targets for 2020 and 2035. It also discusses integrating the CAP with the agency's energy management policy and environmental review process. The presentation concludes by noting the remaining steps to finalize and adopt the draft CAP, which will include establishing implementation and monitoring plans to achieve the stated emissions reduction targets.
The document discusses alternatives being considered for a water master plan, including optimizing existing facilities, imported supplies, and desalination, as well as a proposed new alternative of a Colorado River conveyance. It provides details on analyses being done to evaluate the alternatives and develop the master plan, and recommends approving contract amendments and budget increases to further study the Colorado River conveyance alternative.
The document outlines the background, goals, and process for updating the San Diego County Water Authority's 2002 Regional Water Facilities Master Plan to evaluate water demand trends and optimize existing infrastructure through 2035, including selecting a consultant team to prepare the 2012 update and establishing a schedule and budget for the project.
The document summarizes the results of a water supply master plan analysis for a water agency. It discusses near-term and long-term recommended system improvements to address untreated water conveyance constraints and potential supply shortfalls. Near-term projects include new pump stations while long-term options include a seawater desalination plant or Colorado River conveyance facility to improve supply reliability. Cost comparisons of supply options are provided, with the desalination plant expected to be more cost-effective at larger scales or longer timeframes.
This document summarizes a presentation on an updated regional water facilities master plan. It outlines near-term and long-term water supply and conveyance projects to address constraints and risks identified in supply/demand and storage utilization analyses through 2025 and beyond. Near-term projects focus on untreated water conveyance and operational flexibility. Long-term projects include a second crossover pipeline, Pipeline 6, Colorado River conveyance, and Camp Pendleton desalination. It recommends Board approval of proposed near-term projects and distribution of the initial master plan draft for review.
This document summarizes a presentation on the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan process. It provides an overview of the plan, including a recap of its development, key elements, and remaining steps. It discusses the plan's relationship to the agency's master plan and supplemental environmental impact report. The presentation outlines the plan's greenhouse gas emissions inventory, reduction targets, and strategies to lower emissions from agency operations by 2020 and 2035. It indicates the draft plan and related documents will be released for public review and comment in late 2013.
This document summarizes the process for developing the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan (CAP). It outlines the key elements of the CAP including establishing a 2009 greenhouse gas emissions baseline and reduction targets for 2020 and 2035. It also discusses integrating the CAP with the agency's energy management policy and environmental review process. The presentation concludes by noting the remaining steps to finalize and adopt the draft CAP, which will include establishing implementation and monitoring plans to achieve the stated emissions reduction targets.
This document summarizes water supply and demand projections for a water agency through 2035. It analyzes the agency's baseline supply and demand under normal weather conditions, and identifies potential supply shortages during dry years. The document evaluates the agency's existing water storage and conveyance infrastructure and identifies needs to improve system performance and reliability. Metrics and thresholds are established to determine when new infrastructure or supplies may be needed to address risks to the system from high conveyance utilization or low delivery reliability. Near-term and long-term options are considered to address identified needs and ensure a reliable water supply for the region.
This document summarizes a study evaluating two alternatives to transport water supplies from the Colorado River to the San Diego region: a tunnel alignment and a pipeline corridor alignment. The tunnel alignment is estimated to cost $1.98 billion with annual operating costs of $71 million, while the pipeline corridor alignment is estimated at $2.30 billion with $132 million in annual operating costs. Both alternatives would transport the full 280,200 acre-feet per year of supplies secured in the 2003 Quantification Settlement Agreement. The study recommends including one of the alternatives in the regional water authority's master plan to diversify water sources and conveyance options.
This document summarizes Ken Weinberg's presentation on the water resources master plan. It discusses evaluating supply and demand, the role of water storage, conveyance constraints, and system performance metrics. It analyzes different project scenarios and their impacts on storage levels. The presentation recommends near-term projects to address untreated water delivery bottlenecks and reviews potential long-term supply and conveyance options. It outlines the process for selecting a preferred project list for environmental review.
The document provides a summary of a report evaluating a proposed seawater desalination project at Camp Pendleton in California. Key points from the technical studies include that a subsurface intake is viable due to a large sub-seafloor river channel, and an open ocean intake and brine discharge system could be sited with minimal environmental impacts. Both proposed plant sites were found to be suitable, with one offering better access. Capital costs were estimated to be $1.4-1.5 billion for an initial 50 million gallon per day phase.
This document summarizes information about California's water supply systems and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It discusses the State Water Project and Central Valley Project, which provide water to agencies throughout California from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. However, environmental regulations have reduced water exports due to impacts on endangered species. The BDCP aims to develop a habitat conservation plan and new water conveyance system to improve supply reliability and restore the Delta ecosystem. Stakeholders disagree on the best approach, with some supporting an alternative "portfolio" of smaller projects proposed by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
1. The document discusses the history of the Water Authority's involvement with the Bay Delta Conservation Plan/California WaterFix and potential costs to the Water Authority.
2. The preferred project is a large infrastructure project to deliver water through the Delta and costs have increased to an estimated $14.9 billion.
3. There is uncertainty around supply benefits without an NCCP/HCP and around how costs will be allocated.
This document provides background information on California's efforts to address water supply issues related to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and transport of State Water Project water. It summarizes the history of initiatives including CalFed and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The document then outlines topics discussed at recent Metropolitan Water District board meetings regarding the BDCP/California WaterFix, including project details, costs, risks and timeline. It concludes by summarizing the key aspects and public review process for the recently released recirculated draft environmental documents.
This document summarizes key points from an SDCWA committee meeting regarding the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The BDCP is a habitat conservation plan that proposes new water conveyance facilities and extensive habitat restoration in the Delta. It discusses the following:
- The BDCP proposes new north Delta conveyance and over 100,000 acres of restored habitat to improve water supply reliability and protect species. It includes conservation measures, biological goals, and adaptive management.
- Alternatives to the existing BDCP proposal were discussed, including adding delta levee improvements, south of delta storage, and local water supply development.
- Concerns were raised that the 3,000 cfs tunnel option may not meet long-term
This document discusses a government relations program on imported water and the Bay-Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It notes the competing interests in the Delta region involving water supply, ecosystem, and transportation. It outlines the Water Authority's analysis of the BDCP plan and environmental reviews over several years. Key questions are identified regarding project size, costs, water supply benefits for San Diego, and financial obligations. The Water Authority will continue engagement to ensure a cost-effective Delta solution that balances environmental and water supply needs and limits financial obligations proportionate to benefits received.
The document summarizes a presentation given to the Imported Water Committee about the Bay-Delta and California WaterFix project. It provides background on efforts to address water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration in the Bay-Delta, including the formation of BDCP and transition to California WaterFix. Key differences between the projects are noted. Questions still remaining about project size, costs, financing, and impacts to local agencies like the Water Authority are identified. Next steps in the environmental review process are outlined.
This document outlines the guiding objectives and planning process for a 2035 infrastructure master plan. The objectives are to optimize the existing water conveyance and treatment systems, evaluate remaining and potential new infrastructure projects, integrate future supplies like desalination, develop surface water storage strategies with agencies, and adapt to changing supply and demand conditions. The planning process will analyze scenarios of water demands, local supplies, hydrology data and climate impacts. It will identify supply shortages, conveyance impacts, costs of alternatives, and make recommendations to address shortages and increase supplies through imported water, local supplies or reservoir operations. Key stakeholders will provide input throughout the process.
The document summarizes a presentation by Larry Purcell on the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) and California WaterFix. Some key points:
- The BDCP aims to modernize water delivery infrastructure in the Delta while restoring habitat through 22 conservation measures. Its goals are water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration.
- The California WaterFix is similar but without long-term permit assurances or a habitat conservation plan. It focuses only on new water delivery infrastructure and required mitigation.
- Without a habitat conservation plan/natural community conservation plan, future permitting for species could be limited and done separately, without comprehensive stabilization of water supply or mitigation costs.
- Key questions remain about how the new permitting
This document summarizes the key points discussed at an Imported Water Committee meeting on February 23, 2012. The committee supported adopting Delta Policy Principles focused on co-equal goals of water reliability and environmental restoration. They advocated requiring a viable financing plan and firm financial commitments from water contractors to pay for Delta solutions. The committee also supported right-sizing conveyance facilities to match demand forecasts and financial commitments, and ensuring the State Water Project remains a publicly owned resource.
This document provides an overview of FloodSAFE, California's initiative to improve integrated flood management through a system-wide approach. Key points include:
- FloodSAFE aims to reduce flood risks through regional projects, improving basic flood management, and developing a system-wide approach.
- The initiative focuses on enhancement of sustainable resources, integration of multi-purpose projects, and safe communities for sustainable economic growth.
- Achievements include critical levee repairs, sediment removal, floodplain mapping, and securing bond funding for projects.
- Upcoming projects over the next two years include levee repairs, sediment removal, continuing work on the American River Common Features project, and additional early implementation projects.
RS-16-154 Nolan Creek Flood Protection PlanCityofKilleen
The document discusses a Nolan Creek Flood Protection Plan grant opportunity through the Texas Water Development Board. The plan would coordinate additional monitoring stations along Nolan Creek and its tributaries, develop early warning software, and update flood hazard maps. It would position entities in the watershed to apply for other grants to fund flood mitigation projects that could increase storage capacity and water quality. The plan has regional support from Bell County WCID #6, Belton, Brazos River Authority, Harker Heights, Nolanville, and Killeen. The total cost is $462,038 with the City of Killeen's identified portion being $146,599, requiring $54,227.67 in cash and $92
This document outlines a revised methodology for estimating ground water resources in India. It notes that ground water has become an important source of water for irrigation, domestic, and industrial uses. The previous methodology from 1984 provided the basis for ground water assessment and development in the country. However, experience over the past decade highlighted the need to update the methodology. The revised methodology incorporates several changes compared to the 1984 approach, including using watershed as the assessment unit in hard rock areas, separating command and non-command areas, and assessing recharge separately for monsoon and non-monsoon seasons. The report recommends the revised methodology be used by states to realistically reassess ground water resources.
The document summarizes plans by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for Everglades restoration projects. It discusses challenges around flood control and water quality improvements, as well as long-term solutions being evaluated through the Central Everglades Planning Project. These include moving more water from Lake Okeechobee south through the Everglades Agricultural Area and into Water Conservation Areas 3A and 3B to improve flows to the Everglades National Park and estuaries. Modeling strategies are being used to evaluate conveyance and storage alternatives to best restore natural sheetflow patterns and water quality.
The document summarizes key points about the proposed governance structure of the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP):
1. BDCP proposes a substantially different institutional arrangement than what exists currently, with a centralized governance structure.
2. This new structure would include a centralized Implementation Office to oversee the program, led by a Program Manager selected by and reporting to water exporters.
3. The governance structure would grant significant authority and deference to the water exporters' interests through the Authorized Entity Group, which would have substantial decision-making power in the implementation process.
The document summarizes discussions from the Imported Water Committee meeting on October 24, 2013. It discusses the timeline and implementation process for the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP), including key permitting and approval milestones. It also reviews the state's evaluation of a portfolio alternative to the BDCP and the Water Authority's response. Next steps are outlined, including a special board workshop on November 14th to discuss the BDCP.
Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability Imlications for Jamaicaipcc-media
1) Jamaica and the Caribbean region have already experienced warming of 0.8 degrees Celsius between 1901 and 2012 according to IPCC data, with most months in the last two years being recorded as the warmest.
2) Climate change is projected to increase rainfall in Jamaica by up to 40% by 2050 and increase sea levels in the Caribbean by about 12 cm between 1993 and 2014 according to satellite data.
3) These changes threaten Jamaica with loss of livelihoods, settlements, infrastructure and ecosystem services as well as declining coral reef and agricultural yields, according to the IPCC and Jamaican climate experts.
SBSTA-IPCC special event: Unpacking the new scientific knowledge and key findings in the
Special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate
This document summarizes water supply and demand projections for a water agency through 2035. It analyzes the agency's baseline supply and demand under normal weather conditions, and identifies potential supply shortages during dry years. The document evaluates the agency's existing water storage and conveyance infrastructure and identifies needs to improve system performance and reliability. Metrics and thresholds are established to determine when new infrastructure or supplies may be needed to address risks to the system from high conveyance utilization or low delivery reliability. Near-term and long-term options are considered to address identified needs and ensure a reliable water supply for the region.
This document summarizes a study evaluating two alternatives to transport water supplies from the Colorado River to the San Diego region: a tunnel alignment and a pipeline corridor alignment. The tunnel alignment is estimated to cost $1.98 billion with annual operating costs of $71 million, while the pipeline corridor alignment is estimated at $2.30 billion with $132 million in annual operating costs. Both alternatives would transport the full 280,200 acre-feet per year of supplies secured in the 2003 Quantification Settlement Agreement. The study recommends including one of the alternatives in the regional water authority's master plan to diversify water sources and conveyance options.
This document summarizes Ken Weinberg's presentation on the water resources master plan. It discusses evaluating supply and demand, the role of water storage, conveyance constraints, and system performance metrics. It analyzes different project scenarios and their impacts on storage levels. The presentation recommends near-term projects to address untreated water delivery bottlenecks and reviews potential long-term supply and conveyance options. It outlines the process for selecting a preferred project list for environmental review.
The document provides a summary of a report evaluating a proposed seawater desalination project at Camp Pendleton in California. Key points from the technical studies include that a subsurface intake is viable due to a large sub-seafloor river channel, and an open ocean intake and brine discharge system could be sited with minimal environmental impacts. Both proposed plant sites were found to be suitable, with one offering better access. Capital costs were estimated to be $1.4-1.5 billion for an initial 50 million gallon per day phase.
This document summarizes information about California's water supply systems and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It discusses the State Water Project and Central Valley Project, which provide water to agencies throughout California from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. However, environmental regulations have reduced water exports due to impacts on endangered species. The BDCP aims to develop a habitat conservation plan and new water conveyance system to improve supply reliability and restore the Delta ecosystem. Stakeholders disagree on the best approach, with some supporting an alternative "portfolio" of smaller projects proposed by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
1. The document discusses the history of the Water Authority's involvement with the Bay Delta Conservation Plan/California WaterFix and potential costs to the Water Authority.
2. The preferred project is a large infrastructure project to deliver water through the Delta and costs have increased to an estimated $14.9 billion.
3. There is uncertainty around supply benefits without an NCCP/HCP and around how costs will be allocated.
This document provides background information on California's efforts to address water supply issues related to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and transport of State Water Project water. It summarizes the history of initiatives including CalFed and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The document then outlines topics discussed at recent Metropolitan Water District board meetings regarding the BDCP/California WaterFix, including project details, costs, risks and timeline. It concludes by summarizing the key aspects and public review process for the recently released recirculated draft environmental documents.
This document summarizes key points from an SDCWA committee meeting regarding the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The BDCP is a habitat conservation plan that proposes new water conveyance facilities and extensive habitat restoration in the Delta. It discusses the following:
- The BDCP proposes new north Delta conveyance and over 100,000 acres of restored habitat to improve water supply reliability and protect species. It includes conservation measures, biological goals, and adaptive management.
- Alternatives to the existing BDCP proposal were discussed, including adding delta levee improvements, south of delta storage, and local water supply development.
- Concerns were raised that the 3,000 cfs tunnel option may not meet long-term
This document discusses a government relations program on imported water and the Bay-Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It notes the competing interests in the Delta region involving water supply, ecosystem, and transportation. It outlines the Water Authority's analysis of the BDCP plan and environmental reviews over several years. Key questions are identified regarding project size, costs, water supply benefits for San Diego, and financial obligations. The Water Authority will continue engagement to ensure a cost-effective Delta solution that balances environmental and water supply needs and limits financial obligations proportionate to benefits received.
The document summarizes a presentation given to the Imported Water Committee about the Bay-Delta and California WaterFix project. It provides background on efforts to address water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration in the Bay-Delta, including the formation of BDCP and transition to California WaterFix. Key differences between the projects are noted. Questions still remaining about project size, costs, financing, and impacts to local agencies like the Water Authority are identified. Next steps in the environmental review process are outlined.
This document outlines the guiding objectives and planning process for a 2035 infrastructure master plan. The objectives are to optimize the existing water conveyance and treatment systems, evaluate remaining and potential new infrastructure projects, integrate future supplies like desalination, develop surface water storage strategies with agencies, and adapt to changing supply and demand conditions. The planning process will analyze scenarios of water demands, local supplies, hydrology data and climate impacts. It will identify supply shortages, conveyance impacts, costs of alternatives, and make recommendations to address shortages and increase supplies through imported water, local supplies or reservoir operations. Key stakeholders will provide input throughout the process.
The document summarizes a presentation by Larry Purcell on the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) and California WaterFix. Some key points:
- The BDCP aims to modernize water delivery infrastructure in the Delta while restoring habitat through 22 conservation measures. Its goals are water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration.
- The California WaterFix is similar but without long-term permit assurances or a habitat conservation plan. It focuses only on new water delivery infrastructure and required mitigation.
- Without a habitat conservation plan/natural community conservation plan, future permitting for species could be limited and done separately, without comprehensive stabilization of water supply or mitigation costs.
- Key questions remain about how the new permitting
This document summarizes the key points discussed at an Imported Water Committee meeting on February 23, 2012. The committee supported adopting Delta Policy Principles focused on co-equal goals of water reliability and environmental restoration. They advocated requiring a viable financing plan and firm financial commitments from water contractors to pay for Delta solutions. The committee also supported right-sizing conveyance facilities to match demand forecasts and financial commitments, and ensuring the State Water Project remains a publicly owned resource.
This document provides an overview of FloodSAFE, California's initiative to improve integrated flood management through a system-wide approach. Key points include:
- FloodSAFE aims to reduce flood risks through regional projects, improving basic flood management, and developing a system-wide approach.
- The initiative focuses on enhancement of sustainable resources, integration of multi-purpose projects, and safe communities for sustainable economic growth.
- Achievements include critical levee repairs, sediment removal, floodplain mapping, and securing bond funding for projects.
- Upcoming projects over the next two years include levee repairs, sediment removal, continuing work on the American River Common Features project, and additional early implementation projects.
RS-16-154 Nolan Creek Flood Protection PlanCityofKilleen
The document discusses a Nolan Creek Flood Protection Plan grant opportunity through the Texas Water Development Board. The plan would coordinate additional monitoring stations along Nolan Creek and its tributaries, develop early warning software, and update flood hazard maps. It would position entities in the watershed to apply for other grants to fund flood mitigation projects that could increase storage capacity and water quality. The plan has regional support from Bell County WCID #6, Belton, Brazos River Authority, Harker Heights, Nolanville, and Killeen. The total cost is $462,038 with the City of Killeen's identified portion being $146,599, requiring $54,227.67 in cash and $92
This document outlines a revised methodology for estimating ground water resources in India. It notes that ground water has become an important source of water for irrigation, domestic, and industrial uses. The previous methodology from 1984 provided the basis for ground water assessment and development in the country. However, experience over the past decade highlighted the need to update the methodology. The revised methodology incorporates several changes compared to the 1984 approach, including using watershed as the assessment unit in hard rock areas, separating command and non-command areas, and assessing recharge separately for monsoon and non-monsoon seasons. The report recommends the revised methodology be used by states to realistically reassess ground water resources.
The document summarizes plans by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for Everglades restoration projects. It discusses challenges around flood control and water quality improvements, as well as long-term solutions being evaluated through the Central Everglades Planning Project. These include moving more water from Lake Okeechobee south through the Everglades Agricultural Area and into Water Conservation Areas 3A and 3B to improve flows to the Everglades National Park and estuaries. Modeling strategies are being used to evaluate conveyance and storage alternatives to best restore natural sheetflow patterns and water quality.
The document summarizes key points about the proposed governance structure of the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP):
1. BDCP proposes a substantially different institutional arrangement than what exists currently, with a centralized governance structure.
2. This new structure would include a centralized Implementation Office to oversee the program, led by a Program Manager selected by and reporting to water exporters.
3. The governance structure would grant significant authority and deference to the water exporters' interests through the Authorized Entity Group, which would have substantial decision-making power in the implementation process.
The document summarizes discussions from the Imported Water Committee meeting on October 24, 2013. It discusses the timeline and implementation process for the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP), including key permitting and approval milestones. It also reviews the state's evaluation of a portfolio alternative to the BDCP and the Water Authority's response. Next steps are outlined, including a special board workshop on November 14th to discuss the BDCP.
Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability Imlications for Jamaicaipcc-media
1) Jamaica and the Caribbean region have already experienced warming of 0.8 degrees Celsius between 1901 and 2012 according to IPCC data, with most months in the last two years being recorded as the warmest.
2) Climate change is projected to increase rainfall in Jamaica by up to 40% by 2050 and increase sea levels in the Caribbean by about 12 cm between 1993 and 2014 according to satellite data.
3) These changes threaten Jamaica with loss of livelihoods, settlements, infrastructure and ecosystem services as well as declining coral reef and agricultural yields, according to the IPCC and Jamaican climate experts.
SBSTA-IPCC special event: Unpacking the new scientific knowledge and key findings in the
Special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate
The document summarizes key points from the IPCC's Sixth Assessment Report and highlights of the upcoming COP26 climate conference. It discusses the urgent need to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. The IPCC report finds that human influence has unequivocally warmed the planet and that impacts are intensifying. Immediate, rapid and large-scale reductions in greenhouse gas emissions are needed this decade to curb climate change risks. The COP26 conference aims to secure global commitments to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and keep 1.5 degrees within reach.
Parsons Deister AWWA - Sustainable Water Management Conference PresentationAne Deister
This document summarizes California's response to drought conditions from 1977 to the present. It outlines lessons learned from previous droughts in the late 1970s and 1980s-1990s, and compares responses to more recent mandatory conservation measures imposed in 2014-2016 under Governor Brown's leadership. The recent drought has accelerated sustainable solutions like groundwater management and local water supply development through recycled water and desalination projects.
IPCC from AR5 to AR6 - WGI Perspectives - by Panmao Zhai, Co-Chair of WGIipcc-media
This document summarizes the key changes from the IPCC Fifth Assessment Report (AR5) to the upcoming Sixth Assessment Report (AR6) on climate change. It notes that AR5 had 14 chapters and over 1,500 pages, but did not adequately cover regional projections or linkages to impacts. The proposed outline for AR6 features 12 chapters that place greater emphasis on regional climate change, short-lived climate pollutants, and connections across working groups. The goal is to provide more detailed and policy-relevant information to inform adaptation and mitigation efforts.
This document discusses hydro-meteorology and its importance for sustainable development in the Caribbean region. It notes that the Caribbean faces significant climate-related risks that challenge sustainable development goals. Timely hydro-meteorological information is essential for livelihoods and reducing uncertainties around future weather and climate. Examples are provided of how hydro-meteorology supports water resources management and agriculture/food security. The severe 2009-2010 drought is discussed as an example of the impacts that lack of early warning and monitoring can have.
Presentation given at the San Diego County Water Authority's Water Planning Meeting on Oct. 25, 2012. To view agenda visit www.sdcwa.org/monthly-board-meeting-20
Tim Quinn: California Water Policy Initiatives, TWCA Fall Conference 2015TWCA
This document summarizes Timothy Quinn's presentation on California water policy initiatives to the Texas Water Conservation Association. It discusses the ongoing drought, actions taken to manage it, and a long-term plan. The key points are:
1) The 4-year drought is one of the worst on record, severely impacting ecosystems and some communities, though conservation efforts have largely shielded the economy.
2) Near-term actions include mandatory conservation, water marketing, and public education through the Save Our Water campaign.
3) Long-term, California is focusing on the Water Action Plan to conserve more water, increase storage, fix the Delta, manage groundwater sustainably, and invest in habitats.
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This document provides an overview and introduction to the "Canada Energy [R]evolution" scenario report, which analyzes Canada's energy efficiency potential and choices for the transport sector. It discusses the need to shift toward renewable energy sources and implement energy efficiency measures to mitigate climate change impacts from greenhouse gas emissions. The scenario examines how Canada can achieve at least a 25% reduction in emissions by 2020 and deeper cuts by 2050 through ambitious development of renewable energy and a transition away from fossil fuels in the energy sector. It presents the energy [r]evolution scenario as a practical blueprint for maintaining economic growth while significantly reducing emissions.
Introduction climate is rapidly Work on climate.pdfbkbk37
Canada's climate is changing rapidly and local governments play a key role in climate change adaptation. Municipalities can implement adaptation strategies through land use planning tools like zoning rules and permits. One effective method is for municipalities to include climate change adaptation directly into official plans, which are long-term vision documents that guide local policies, initiatives, and regulations. Official plans can include climate risk assessments, adaptation strategies and prioritized actions. While approaches vary by province, public consultation and approval are typically required when developing or updating official plans.
Composition and Structure, Global Warming, Earth’s Energy Balance, Greenhouse Effect, Climate Change over Time, Glacier and Inter-Glacier Age and its correlation to CO2 level, Climate Change and its Impact on Bangladesh, Mitigation.
Southern California Edison has undertaken efforts to adapt to climate change by assessing vulnerabilities, addressing existing issues, integrating climate data into decisions, and communicating with customers. Key climate trends in SCE's service territory include increased temperatures, extreme heat days, wildfire risk, sea level rise threats to coastal infrastructure, and changes to water resources. SCE is analyzing these trends spatially and at the facility level to understand localized impacts and integrate climate projections into planning processes. Early lessons indicate infrastructure has built-in resiliency for near-term impacts, but collaboration is needed to address longer-term projected changes.
This presentation shows how visualising the impacts of climate change on local communities, along with visual depictions of adaptation or mitigation, can be a very useful to drive local engagement in vulnerable areas. Presentation by Stephen R. J. Sheppard
PhD., ASLA.
Collaborative for Advanced Landscape Planning, UBC, Vancouver, Canada
Ozwater 12 Presentation on Climate Change Impacts On Sydney S Water SupplyMahesMaheswaran
This study analyzes the potential impacts of climate change on Sydney's water supply system. It uses downscaled climate projections from global climate models under three emissions scenarios to assess changes in rainfall, evaporation, and river flows. The results suggest that under a high emissions scenario by 2030, average annual rainfall may decrease and evaporation may increase, reducing water inflows and the system's yield by around 8%. By 2070, yield reductions could reach 11%. However, the downscaled projections lack persistence in drought conditions seen in historical data, representing a key limitation. Further research is needed to improve statistical downscaling methods and incorporate multiple climate models to better assess impacts on Sydney's water supply system.
1. India is highly vulnerable to the impacts of global warming such as rising sea levels, changes in weather patterns, and declining crop yields. 2. Global warming is caused by increasing levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere from human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation. 3. The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement linked to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate global warming.
This document outlines the concept, framework, and process for developing a Local Climate Change Action Plan (LCCAP). It discusses key topics like climate change, greenhouse gases, and mitigation and adaptation strategies. The LCCAP is an action plan formulated by local governments to address climate change concerns, focusing on adaptation and mitigation. It must be consistent with local development needs. The planning framework involves a 9-step process that includes establishing a team, assessing risks and impacts, developing strategies and actions, and integrating the LCCAP into local development plans.
On June 14, 2019 ICLR conducted a Friday Forum webinar led by Dr. Nathan Gillett and Dr. Xuebin Zhang. This report is about how and why Canada’s climate has changed and what changes are projected for the future. Led by Environment and Climate Change Canada, this document is the first of a series to be released as part of Canada in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action. It documents changes across Canada in temperature, precipitation, snow, ice, and permafrost, freshwater availability as well as in Canada’s three oceans. It can be viewed at www.changingclimate.ca/CCCR2019
Dr. Nathan Gillett is a Research Scientist at the Canadian Centre for Climate Modelling and Analysis in Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Climate Research Division. His research is focused on understanding and attribution of climate change. He is a Coordinating Lead Author of the chapter “Human influence on the climate system” of the upcoming IPCC Working Group I Sixth Assessment Report, and he served as a Lead Author of the IPCC Fourth and Fifth Assessment Reports. Dr. Gillett has a PhD in atmospheric physics from the University of Oxford.
Dr. Xuebin Zhang is a senior research scientist with Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Climate Research Division. His main research focus is past and future changes in weather and climate extremes. He was a lead author for the IPCC Special Report on Managing the Risks of Extreme Events and Disasters to Advance Climate Change Adaptation and IPCC Working Group I Fifth Assessment Report. He is a Coordinating Lead Author of the climate extremes chapter in the IPCC Working Group I Sixth Assessment Report. Dr. Zhang has a background in engineering hydrology. He received a PhD degree in Physics (Climatology) from University of Lisbon, Portugal.
The document discusses the causes and effects of climate change, including rising sea levels from melting glaciers which floods land and impacts ecosystems, and the 2009 Copenhagen Climate Conference where countries discussed ways to minimize climate change but agreed on no long-term plans or greenhouse gas emission reductions. It also mentions local water restrictions in San Diego County due to drought as connected to climate change.
Climate change preparedness and engagement in southwest florida 10 21-19David Silverberg
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This document summarizes the Water Authority's efforts to increase the reliability of the San Diego region's water supply through diversification. It shows that the region relies heavily on imported water supplies, which face uncertainties. To address this, the Authority has pursued a variety of local supply projects including seawater desalination, water transfers, groundwater, and recycled water. Charts depict the region's historical and planned water supply portfolio mix out to 2035 as it diversifies its supplies. The document also discusses drought planning, noting California's variable precipitation and the Authority's approach to coordinating a regional response.
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- The northern Sierra snowpack is only 64% of normal for this time of year, reducing expected water supplies.
- The State Water Project initial allocation for 2016 is 10%, subject to change based on winter precipitation. Allocations have ranged from 5-65% in recent years.
- Local water storage levels and precipitation in the San Diego region are below normal levels due to ongoing drought conditions.
- Water use reductions under the state's emergency regulation have ranged from 2-13% across different local water agencies from June-October 2015. The state may extend mandatory conservation measures into 2016 if drought persists.
The document provides an update on water supply conditions and drought response activities from Dana Friehauf, Water Resources Manager. It includes information on precipitation levels in the Northern Sierra being at 95% of normal, snowpack levels being at 95% of normal, storage levels in Lake Oroville being at 51% of capacity and 74% of average, cumulative potable water use from June 2015-January 2016 being 23% lower than 2013, the outlook for March-May precipitation, an extension and potential adjustments to the State Water Resources Control Board's emergency regulation requiring at least 8% conservation through October 2016, and a new local drought-resilient supply credit as part of the regulation.
This document provides a summary from Alexi Schnell, a Water Resources Specialist, at the August 27, 2015 Water Planning Committee meeting. It discusses current drought conditions, including a 90% chance of El Niño continuing through the winter and into early spring according to NOAA. Charts show Lake Oroville and San Luis Reservoir storage levels well below average. It also outlines updated conservation standards for member agencies and water use reductions of 29% cumulatively in June-July 2015 compared to 2013.
The presentation provides an update on drought conditions and response activities in California. It discusses declining water usage, hotter temperatures compared to previous years, compliance with mandatory conservation standards requiring a 25% reduction in water use, and updates to the state's model landscape ordinance to increase water efficiency and limit turf areas. Key points include June 2015 water use being 26% lower than June 2013, local reservoir storage being at 36% of capacity, and the updated ordinance expected to reduce water use in new homes by 20% and commercial landscapes by 35%.
1) The document discusses the estimated costs of the Delta conveyance facility for urban and agricultural water users in California and their capacity to pay.
2) It analyzes the potential costs to the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) under different scenarios for cost allocation between the State Water Project and Central Valley Project, ranging from $211 million to $546 million.
3) It notes that there are important financing risks still to be resolved, such as construction cost overruns, regulatory uncertainty, and whether habitat funding will be provided, that could jeopardize operating the tunnels or affect the ability to issue bonds.
1) The document discusses the financing issues around building a Delta conveyance facility, known as the BDCP.
2) It analyzes the potential costs to water contractors like MWD under different scenarios, finding their peak annual costs could range from $168 million to $378 million depending on how costs are allocated.
3) It notes a number of important financing risks still need to be resolved, including the revenue stream certainty required to issue bonds and developing credit for CVP contractors to finance their share.
The document summarizes a presentation made to the Imported Water Committee about the Draft Implementing Agreement for the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The Implementing Agreement describes the roles, responsibilities, and commitments for implementing the BDCP, including regulatory assurances, funding, and governance. It is required for the BDCP to receive permits as a Natural Community Conservation Plan and is a typical agreement for a Habitat Conservation Plan. Key topics covered in the presentation include regulatory assurances, funding obligations of permittees versus state/federal entities, governance structure, and decision making. Areas for public comment on the draft agreement are identified as governance, funding, regulatory assurances, adaptive management and future modifications, and water operations decision trees.
1. The BDCP is a massive infrastructure project that will be difficult to implement and costs are likely to increase.
2. How project costs are allocated among contractors and who will ultimately pay are important issues that could significantly impact water rates.
3. The San Diego County Water Authority's region has explored additional local projects that may help address supply impacts, but would come at a cost and allow more local control compared to relying on the BDCP.
This document provides an overview and agenda for an Imported Water Committee meeting regarding review of the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) documents. It summarizes prior board briefings on BDCP issues, the BDCP review process, the environmental review process for BDCP under CEQA and NEPA, and initial subject areas proposed for comment in a letter, such as governance, funding, economic analysis, and project risks. The staff recommendation is to authorize submitting a formal comment letter on the BDCP Draft EIR/EIS.
Update on Supply Conditions and Drought Response Activities
Water Planning Committee - May 28, 2015 Meeting
Presentation by: Dana Friehauf, Water Resources Manager
Approval of Shortage Management Actions in Response to MWD Supply Cutbacks and SWRCB Emergency Regulation
Special Board Meeting, May 14, 2015
Presentation by: Dana Friehauf, Water Resources Manager
The document provides an update on drought conditions and response activities in California. It summarizes:
- Snowpack levels are at 8% of normal and reservoir levels are low. The state has experienced 4 consecutive dry years.
- Urban water use is down 7% compared to the previous fiscal year, likely due to warmer temperatures and conservation efforts.
- The State Water Resources Control Board adopted emergency drought regulations in July 2014 and amended them in March 2015 requiring urban water suppliers to implement mandatory conservation measures like limited watering days.
- The Water Authority is coordinating with agencies to develop supply allocations for fiscal year 2016 in response to potential cutbacks from the Metropolitan Water District beginning July 1st.
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1. Planning for Climate Change
Special Water Planning Committee Meeting
January 10, 2013
2. Workshop Agenda
Introduction of speakers
Purpose of Climate Action Plan
Briefing on local climate studies
Current climate change regulations
Water Authority’s planning for climate change
Next steps
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3. Water Supply and Climate Change
Potential impacts on supply and demand require
adaptive planning approach
Legislative and regulatory requirements
CEQA / AB 32
Water Authority formed partnerships to enhance
science understanding & collaborate on solutions
Water Authority 2010 Urban Water Management Plan
Impacts of climate change on demand and supplies
Local climate modeling provided by Scripps Institute
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4. Climate Action Plan as part of
Comprehensive Planning
FY 2012 and FY 2013 CIP Approved Budget
Water Facilities Master Plan
Climate Action Plan
Water Facilities Master Plan Program EIR
Conducting all 3 studies provides the Board:
Comprehensive information to set long term direction
Full and thorough evaluation of long-term facility needs
and associated environmental impacts
Comprehensive planning approach is cost effective
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5. Workshop Agenda
Introduction of speakers
Purpose of Climate Action Plan
Briefing on local climate studies
Current climate change regulations
Water Authority’s planning for climate change
Next steps
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6. Climate Change: concerns about increased
dryness in Southern California
Dan Cayan
Climate Atmospheric and Physical Oceanography Research Division
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego
Sponsors:
San Diego Foundation
California Energy Commission
NOAA RISA program
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6
10. average summer
afternoon temperature
GFDL A2 1km downscaled to 1km
Hugo Hidalgo Tapash Das Mike Dettinger 10
11. Projected Climate Warming through the 21st Century
• because of greenhouse gas build-up we are committed and are already warming
• amount of warming in future decades depends on greenhouse gas emissions
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12. California’s Sierra Nevada snowpack
How long will it remain?
Sponsors:
California Energy Commission, California DWR
NOAA RISA program
US Geological Survey Douglas Alden
US Department of Energy Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Installing met station, Lee Vining, CA
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13. Substantial Decline of California Spring SnowPack from Projected Climate Warming
high or even higher losses by end of 21st Century depending on how much warming
David Pierce/Dan Cayan Dec 2012
to appear in California Water Plan Updat
See also Pierce and Cayan 2013 J Climate
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14. Projected patterns of precipitation changes
2090-2099 versus 1980-1999
Globally, dry regions become drier
including the Southwest United States! 14
15. San Diego County Hydrological Modeling Framework
Variable Infiltration Capacity (VIC) A SIO/SDCWA Project
sponsored by SD Foundation
and CNAP RISA
Hillslope Routing Runoff
(HRR)
Streamflow (cfs)
2,000
0
G M2
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16. Summary
California has a dry, volatile climate. Southern California’s
water supply vulnerable to climate changes and weather extremes.
Warming is already underway and more to come +2ºF by 2050.
Model projections suggest warming may be intensified in summer,
especially in interior areas.
Recent IPCC climate model projections for California precipitation
are scattered, but several show significant drying.
Hydrological model simulations indicate these drying trends,
if they were to occur, would be more accentuated in runoff and
soil moisture.
Frank Gehrke, 16
California Cooperative Snow Surveys, DWR 16
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17. Workshop Agenda
Introduction of speakers
Purpose of Climate Action Plan
Briefing on local climate studies
Current climate change regulations
Water Authority’s planning for climate change
Next steps
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18. State Regulatory Context
• Executive Order S-3-05
• Identifies Climate Change as an issue California needs
to address
• 2000 emissions levels by 2010
• 1990 levels by 2020
• 80% below 1990 levels by 2050 (from IPCC)
• Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32)
• Requires GHG emission reductions
• 1990 levels by 2020
• CEQA Guidelines Revisions (SB 97)
• Requires analysis of GHG emissions
• Required to make CEQA determination on GHG
emissions
• Comprehensive approach or project-by-project basis
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19. AB 32 Compliance Guidance
AB 32 states that emissions in 2020 shall be reduced
to 1990 levels
However, few agencies have accurate data from
1990
CARB has determined that a 15% reduction from
baseline levels (e.g., 2005-2010) can be used to
comply with AB 32
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20. State & Federal GHG Reduction
Measures
SB 375 Per-capita GHG reductions from passenger vehicles (7%
by 2020; 13% by 2035)
SB X 1-2 California utilities must provide at least 33% of their
electricity from renewable resources by 2020
EO S-1-07 Requires a reduction in the carbon intensity of California
transportation fuels of at least 10% by 2020.
AB 1493 and CAFE Vehicle emissions standards for 2016 and 2025
Cap & Trade Requires participation of large emission generators and
creates a market-based system with an overall emissions
limit for affected sectors
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21. What is Legally Required of the
Water Authority?
Cannot hinder State from achieving 2020 goals
Individual projects must undergo CEQA review
CAP streamlines CEQA analysis for GHG emissions on
future projects
Water Authority has chosen to prepare a Climate
Action Plan (Section 15183.5)
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22. Workshop Agenda
Introduction of speakers
Purpose of Climate Action Plan
Briefing on local climate studies
Current climate change regulations
Water Authority’s planning for climate change
Next steps
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23. San Diego County Water Authority
Response to Climate Change
Partnerships Adaptation Mitigation
Collaborate
with entities on
understanding Reduce Reduce
Reduce supply greenhouse
climate change vulnerability to
vulnerability to
impacts and climate change gas emissions
climate change to comply with
ways to impacts
impacts
mitigate and AB 32 / CEQA
adapt
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24. San Diego County Water Authority
Response to Climate Change
Partnerships Adaptation Mitigation
Collaborate
with entities on
Reduce
understanding Reduce supply
greenhouse
climate change vulnerability to
gas emissions
impacts and climate change
to comply with
ways to impacts
AB 32 / CEQA
mitigate and
adapt
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25. Examples of Partnerships in Research
Scripps Institution of Oceanography/
San Diego Foundation
Currently collaborating to identify impacts
to local reservoir yield due to climate
change
Vista Irrigation District
Water Utility Climate Alliance Lake Henshaw
Ten utilities that collaborate on climate
change issues affecting drinking water
California Urban Water Agencies
Ten major urban water agencies
responsible for about two-thirds of
California’s drinking water supply
www.wucaonline.org
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26. San Diego County Water Authority
Response to Climate Change
Partnerships Adaptation Mitigation
Collaborate
with entities on
Reduce
understanding Reduce supply
greenhouse
climate change vulnerability to
gas emissions
impacts and climate change
to comply with
ways to impacts
AB 32 / CEQA
mitigate and
adapt
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27. Climate Change Response Incorporated
throughout SDCWA Activities
Regional Supply Planning
Facility Master Planning
Environmental Planning
(Climate Action Plan)
Water Authority Solar Panels
Capital Improvement
Program
Operations
San Vicente Dam Raise 27
28. Regional Supply Planning
Climate Adaptation Process
Understanding
Understanding climate science and climate model projections
Assess
Assess water system vulnerabilities to potential climate changes
Plan
Incorporate climate change into water utility planning
Implement
Implement adaptation strategies
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29. Assessing Vulnerability to Climate Change
(Example)
Area of Concern
• Changes in rainfall and runoff patterns
Potential Impact on Water Resources
• Reduced reservoir yield
• Increased frequency and intensity of droughts
Primary Supplies Affected
• Imported
• Local Groundwater and Surface Waters
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30. SDCWA 2010 Urban Water Management Plan
Incorporating Uncertainty into Supply Planning
1. Analyzed climate change impact on water demands
2. Conducted traditional scenario planning process
Identify “no regret” strategies to manage uncertainties
and adapt to climate change
Supply Uncertainties Project
SWP Reliability
Climate Change Development
Risks
Recurring
Droughts Growth
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31. Analysis of Climate Change Impacts on Demand
SIO provided downscaled temperature and precipitation
projections for the San Diego region
Substituted downscaled weather data into demand model
Average Results from Alternative
Analysis resulted in slight Climate Scenarios
increase in demand over
Sector Difference from 2035
UWMP planning horizon Baseline Demand
(2035) Overall +1.2%
Appears that any significant Single Family +1.9%
increase in water demand Multifamily +0.2%
will occur beyond 2035 Non-Residential +0.4%
Agricultural +3.3%
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32. SDCWA 2010 UWMP – Major Steps in
Scenario Planning Process
Projected Uncertainty Potential Key Tracking
Resources Scenarios Strategies Metrics
Mix • Based on • Programs and • Metrics to track
• Develop in critical Projects implementation
coordination uncertainties • Manage of resource mix
with member • Risk uncertainties and need for
agencies assessment of • Fill potential additional
resources mix “supply gap” strategies
• Identify
“supply gap”
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33. Implement Resource Strategies to Manage
Uncertainties and Adapt to Climate Change
Diversify sources of supply
Develop local projects not vulnerable to climate
change
Promote conservation
Increase storage capacity to capture variable
runoff
San Vicente Dam Raise Water Efficient Plantings Water Recycling
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34. San Diego County Water Authority
Response to Climate Change
Partnerships Adaptation Mitigation
Collaborate
with entities on Reduce
understanding Reduce supply greenhouse
climate change vulnerability to gas emissions
impacts and climate change to comply with
ways to impacts AB 32 / CEQA
mitigate and
adapt
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35. San Diego County Water Authority
Mitigation Strategies
The Climate Action Plan will be developed in
conjunction with the 2013 Master Plan Update
Purpose: To proactively address the issue of climate
change as it relates to activities within the Water
Authority
The Water Authority is taking action to reduce our
greenhouse gas emissions
Master Plan Climate Action
Plan
Identify future facilities needed Will add new facilities to
and associated emissions baseline emissions
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36. CAP Meets Legal Requirements
Required for developing a “qualified greenhouse gas
reduction plan” under CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.5
Baseline greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory
Estimate of future emissions based on anticipated growth
(Master Plan projects and operations)
Defines GHG reduction targets
Strategies that are feasible and meet reduction targets
Monitoring program and flexibility to revise assumptions and
estimates as new/better data becomes available
In order to qualify as a GHG reduction plan, specific
requirements for compliance
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37. Benefits of Comprehensive Planning
Climate Action Plan (CAP):
• CEQA streamlining for future projects
• Can look at the “big” picture through comprehensive
analysis of cumulative impacts
• Provides broad list of mitigation measures
• Possible cost savings through energy efficiency and
water conservation
• Contributes to regional sustainability goals
• Demonstrates leadership within the community
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38. Water Authority’s Climate Action Plan
• Inventory GHG sources (facilities, buildings, fleet)
• Estimate emission changes over time, including new
facilities from Master Plan
• Establish required targets for compliance
• Identify mitigation actions to reduce GHGs
• Document GHG reduction measures on feasibility, cost
and implementation
• Allow for periodic updates
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39. CAP Development
• Climate Action Plan will comply with all mandated GHG
reduction target requirements and timelines set forth
in AB 32 and CEQA
• 1990 levels by 2020 (15% reduction from baseline)
• Uncertainty regarding regulatory requirements beyond
2020
• CAP will be updated every 5 years, concurrent with
Master Plan and UWMP
• Address changes in future updates
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40. Summary of Ongoing Activities
SDCWA Response to Climate Change
Partnerships Adaptation Mitigation
Scripps Institution
Implement resource
of Oceanography
strategies to
manage supply Complete 2013
The San Diego uncertainties Climate Action Plan
Foundation and implement
cost-effective
Water Utility Climate Update plans with mitigation actions
Alliance latest research on to reduce GHG
impacts and emissions
California Urban adaptation
Water Agencies (2015 UWMP)
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41. Timeline of Next Steps
Jan. 10, 2013 Jan. 24, 2012 Feb. 28, 2013
• Special Water Planning • Water Planning • Water Planning
Committee: Workshop on Committee: Information Committee: Information
Climate Change item on status of Master item on status of Master
Plan and related activities Plan and related activities
Feb. 2013 Mar. 14, 2013 Mar. 2013
• Member Agency TAC mtg. • Special Water Planning • Member Agency TAC
• Issue Notice of Committee: Workshop on meeting
Preparation (NOP) to Master Plan
begin CEQA process
Mar./Apr. 2013 Jul. to Sep. 2013 Nov. 2013
• Water Planning Release of Draft Program Water Planning
Committee: Selection of EIR, CAP and draft Master Committee: Final
Master Plan preferred Plan for 45-day review and Program EIR certification
alternative & CAP comment period and approval of Master
approach Plan and CAP
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