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Switzer Network News: Water Resources Posts

Managing Water Runoff for the Greater Good
Thursday, March 1 2012

How can we ensure the water that runs off our driveways and parking lots is safe for the environment?  2009 Switzer Fellow Brenda Zollitsch works with municipalities to address pollution that impacts waterways.

Restoring the San Joaquin River
Tuesday, May 3 2011

After 60 years, the San Joaquin River again flows to the sea and salmon runs are being restored. But many challenges remain in the river's revival. Featuring Switzer Fellows Peter Vorster and Mark Tompkins. Produced by 2003 Switzer Fellow Jim Downing.

Contaminated Drinking Water in California's Central Valley - March 2011 Retreat
Friday, April 15 2011

Polluted aquifers in the San Joaquin Valley deprive dozens of communities of safe tap water. Switzer Fellow Carolina Balazs is working with local residents to help understand and address the problem. Produced by 2003 Switzer Fellow Jim Downing.  (See related Switzer Blog post.)