Request for abstracts

Abstracts are now being accepted for the following breakout sessions: Urban, Ag and Ground water issues. Click here to create a profile and submit your abstract . Abstracts are due no later than March 9th.

We are looking for 20 minute presentations in the following areas:

Urban Water Policy

Implementation and review of the California Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
Alternative water source guidelines - Recycled water, gray water, condensate capture
Trends in Irrigation Building Codes
Landscape BMP's for water conservation standards
Demand Enhancement and Reduction

Ground water

Aquifer recharge, storage and recovery for agriculture
Design, operation and maintenance of water wells to maximize yields and efficiencies
Trends in groundwater quality in agricultural areas
Groundwater models that have direct application to management of aquifers/ wells in agricultural areas
Role of groundwater storage as a management buffer during extended drought
Supply source feasibility (volumes & reliability) and water quality considerations for recharge of aquifers from stormwater, water reuse or desalination

Agricultural Sessions

Water Storage/Recovery/Recharge (waste water quality and its potential for re-use)
Energy Use and Costs on Wells
Nitrate Issues
Trends in Technology
Water Meters in Ag
Use and Reuse of water in food process
SB7X7 (State bill) Requirements for Agriculture
Agricultural Water Use in California “ A 2011 Update”
CIMIS overview and status
Water Supply Outlook (water policy and meeting farmers’ needs)
Can we solve the water crisis
Agricultural Water Management