Water Values Podcast

The Cadiz Water Project with Scott Slater

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Long-time water lawyer Scott Slater discusses the Cadiz water project and touches on everything from environmental issues to water equity to efficient use of infrastructure. Take a listen to gain a unique perspective on the development of a water project and how it impacts society in general.

In this session, you’ll learn about: 

  • Scott’s long tenure as a California water lawyer
  • The background of the Cadiz water project
  • What a dry lake is
  • How the Cadiz project intercepts groundwater before it evaporates in dry lakes
  • The history of environmental review of the Cadiz project
  • How the Cadiz project achieved a zero environmental impact designation
  • The current state of the opposition to the Cadiz water project
  • How water development relates to economic development activities and housing
  • How the Cadiz project takes advantage of existing infrastructure and land rights
  • How data has played a role in developing the Cadiz project
  • The impact of the Cadiz water project on the equitable distribution of water

    • Resources and links mentioned in or relevant to this session include: 

    • Scott’s LinkedIn Page
    • The Cadiz Water Project’s website
    • LA Times article on the Cadiz Water Project
    • TWV #133: Resiliency and Regionalism in Southern California with Metropolitan’s Jeffrey Kightlinger
    • TWV #073: The Coachella Valley’s Water Story with CVWD’s Board President John Powell, Jr.

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