![]() The purpose of the proposed Delta Conveyance Project is to modernize the state water system and provide benefits for our entire state by addressing the water reliability issues in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta as part of a holistic response to climate change and seismic risks. We have a responsibility to adapt to this change by capturing and storing excess water to protect our communities and the environment and to provide the ability to beneficially use that stored water when conditions are dry. “Climate change continues to threaten every water source across the West and produce volatile runoff conditions, from extreme droughts to floods. The more we can advance local solutions, the better we can manage the uncertainties in Northern California. However, there is an important role for water from Northern California in our future, but the role will be different than the past given our climate realities. “With our One Water agenda, we are trying to shift our reliance on imported water as quickly as possible with new local supplies and greater local conservation. ![]() Gray, chairwoman of Metropolitan’s Board of Directors, issue the following statement on the California Department of Water Resources’ release of the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Delta Conveyance Project: LOS ANGELES-( BUSINESS WIRE)- Adel Hagekhalil, general manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and Gloria D. ![]()
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