Los Angeles sets an example for efficient water use

The city of Los Angeles has grown by half a million since 1990, yet today the city consumes much less water than it did then, almost half as much. These results provide some relief for the Colorado River water crisis, which is an important source of water supply for Los Angeles.

Laura Ramos, Director of the California Water Institute at California State University, Fresno, shares her thoughts on why these water savings and efficiencies have been achieved.

Laura Ramos, Director of the California Water Institute at California State University, Fresno, points out that as citizens we can also help by using different gardens or plants.

Laura Ramos, Director of the California Water Institute at California State University, Fresno, discusses how the case of Los Angeles influences the water crisis facing the Colorado River, because there is an impact on seven states.

In the face of climate change and more intense heat waves, which put additional pressure on water management, let’s hear from Laura Ramos, Director of the California Water Institute at California State University, Fresno.

She also noted that the city of Los Angeles has a plan to promote plants that require less water.

Laura Ramos, Director of the California Water Institute at California State University, Fresno, explains the process of recycling water using more technology to make it safe for the population. This also includes campaigns to raise public awareness.

This report is part of the series “Cuando se seca el arroyo” funded in part by The Walton Family Foundation.