NEWS & STORIES
RAFT Report
Our RAFT report presents our data from the 2018 and 2019 monitoring seasons and shares our findings, and strategic recommendations for policy efforts focused on the River.
Environmentalists Praise Decision to Terminate Ocean Water Desalination Project Off Santa Monica Bay
A big win for the environment and communities. West Basin votes to terminate the ocean desalination project.
Let’s Cheer for our 2021 Volunteers of the Year!
Honoring LA Waterkeeper’s volunteers. Without volunteers, the fight for clean water would be impossible.
Let’s Talk: RESTORE- How to Optimize Our Groundwater Resources
Groundwater has always played an integral role in the water supply for the region and is poised to play a primary role in our drought resiliency. Understanding the region’s groundwater journey reveals how this critical resource will secure the LA Basin’s water security for decades to come.
Let’s Talk: RECYCLE- Expanding Wastewater Purification Program
How can Los Angeles expand its successful wastewater purification programs to help move us towards water independence? Learn what it means to Recycle wastewater- the 3rd ‘R’ in our Integrated Approach to Water Management.
Let’s Talk: REUSE Investing in Multi-Benefit Stormwater Capture and Use
How can Los Angeles capture and reuse stormwater to address our climate crisis? Learn what it means to Reuse- the 2nd R in our Integrated Approach to Water Management.
Let’s Talk: REDUCE Alleviating Water Demand Through Conservation & Efficiency Measures
Our climate crisis has pushed the Western US into a Mega-Drought. How does LA adapt to this new normal?
Let’s Talk: The “4-R” Integrated Approach to Water Management
Our climate crisis has pushed the Western US into a Mega-Drought. How does LA adapt to this new normal?
Hyperion Sewage Spill: What You Need to Know
How do we prevent future sewage spills from occurring, so our communities and environment aren’t further damaged? And of course, when will it be safe to go back out into the water? LA Waterkeeper has kept track of the situation to help keep YOU informed on the latest updates on the spill and its aftermath.
Another Decade of Stormwater Pollution in Los Angeles
How the Los Angeles Regional Water Board’s disappointing new MS4 Permit will inevitably lead LA to another decade of stormwater pollution.
Shared Experiences on the Water: Reconnecting with our Ocean and Each Other
A look at the connection between nature and humans, and why we need it more than ever to protect our oceans.
Let’s Talk: Urban Water Management Plans & the Pursuit for a Sustainable Water Future
Why are Urban Water Management Plans important? What are LA Waterkeeper’s recommendations for equitable and sustainable water management?
Reducing Your Carbon Footprint for Earth Day & Everyday
How can you help make Earth Day every day?
Let’s Talk: What’s Being Done to Ensure We Have an Enforceable and Strong MS4 Permit?
How is LA Waterkeeper ensuring we have an enforceable and strong MS4 Permit?
DDT, the Nightmare You Thought Was Over
Reconciling with the DDT nightmare occurring off our coast.
Let’s Talk: MS4 Permit & Why It’s Failing?
Breaking down why LA’s municipal stormwater permit is important but failing to protect human and ecological health.
LA Waterkeeper Prevails in Historic Wastewater Recycling Suit
A major step towards water independence.
