The Cadiz Water Project with Scott Slater

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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