Dear readers,
Hard to believe, but 2018 is almost over… and if there’s one thing that stands out, it’s that *water* is even more contentious today than even a year ago.
Why? Well, the recent California wildfires have focused everyone’s attention on the fact that California is drying out… water is becoming more scarce–from global warming. to the overuse of groundwater, and every possible reason in between. Yet the demands of agriculture, industry, and private citizens continue to grow.
That means keeping up to date on California water issues will be even more daunting in 2019 than today. And here’s the thing…
If you had to go out and keep track of all the publications and websites to find the critical water news you need, you’d never have time to get your job done.
The good news is, you can continue to turn to the award-winning Maven’s Notebook to stay up to date efficiently—in 10 or 20 minutes a day.
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All the while, Maven’s Notebook is refreshingly non-partisan. We don’t advocate any issue. Instead, we are an independent broker of reliable information. The result is facts that will inform your work, expand your knowledge, and shift your perspective.
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Please make your tax-deductible donation today, before the new year begins. With the continued support of people like you, we can keep delivering the best, most comprehensive and unbiased information on California water issues.
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With warmest regards,
Maven
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