Category: Coronavirus

Uncertainty in future demand as Urban Water Management Plans finalized

Uncertainty
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Population growth in California has changed dramatically due to COVID and a reduction in immigration. The state’s population declined by 182,083 people in 2020, the first time since 1900.  This has resulted in large uncertainty in population projections by the Department of Finance (DOF), which are used by urban water agencies for demand projections for … Continue reading Uncertainty in future demand as Urban Water Management Plans finalized

COVID-19 pandemic may have significant impacts on population growth in California

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The COVID-19 pandemic could have significant impacts on population growth in California, due to reduced immigration, as well as reduced birth rates due to the massive economic impacts.  This should be taken into account in planning for future infrastructure needs, including water supply infrastructure. The demographic projections by the Department of Finance in the Governor’s … Continue reading COVID-19 pandemic may have significant impacts on population growth in California