California' Water Shortage... L.A. Has None ?

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The technology is proven and safe but CA 'environmentalists' stopped them !

Israeli Desalination Plants

Israeli desalination plants have been crucial in addressing the country’s water scarcity issues, significantly increasing the availability of fresh water. Here are some key accomplishments:

• Increased Water Supply: Desalination plants have enabled Israel to produce more water than it needs, with desalinated water now accounting for roughly 70% of the country’s drinking water supply by 2050, according to projections.
• Economic Benefits: The cost of desalinated water has dropped to a third of what it was in the 1990s, making it more affordable for households and industries. The Ashkelon plant, for instance, produces water at a cost of NIS 2.60 per cubic meter.
• Environmental Impact: By reducing reliance on freshwater sources, desalination has helped preserve natural water bodies like the Sea of Galilee, which was previously overused.
• Technological Advancements: Israel has become a leader in desalination technology, with plants like the Sorek facility being recognized as the largest reverse-osmosis desalination plant globally.
• Water Security: The construction of new pipelines and the establishment of a new National Water System have improved water distribution, ensuring a stable supply to the majority of the country’s population.
• Recycling and Conservation: Desalination has complemented efforts in water recycling and conservation, reducing the environmental impact of water usage.
• International Collaboration: Israeli expertise in desalination has been exported, with companies like IDE constructing plants in other countries, such as the Carlsbad plant in California.
• Future Expansion: Plans are underway to further expand desalination capacity, with new plants like Soreq 2 and Nahariya scheduled to open in the near future.
• Public Awareness: Desalination has played a role in raising public awareness about water conservation and the importance of sustainable water management.
• Peace Initiatives: By addressing water scarcity, desalination has the potential to reduce conflicts over water resources, contributing to regional stability and peace efforts.

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CA Blocks Desalination Plant

Environmentalists in California have been successful in stopping several desalination plant proposals due to concerns about environmental impacts. Here are a few notable instances:

• Huntington Beach Desalination Plant: In May 2022, the California Coastal Commission unanimously rejected a $1.4 billion desalination plant proposed for Huntington Beach. Environmentalists argued that the plant would harm marine life and disrupt the ecosystem. The commission cited concerns over the project’s cost-effectiveness, environmental impact, and the risks posed by sea-level rise.
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• Doheny Desalination Facility: While the Coastal Commission initially rejected the Huntington Beach project, they approved a smaller desalination plant in Dana Point, Orange County, in October 2022. This decision was seen as a shift in policy, indicating that well-planned desalination projects could be acceptable. However, environmentalists still raised concerns about the potential harm to marine life and the need for alternative water solutions like increased conservation and water recycling.