A draft preliminary feasibility study of the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Project is available for review. ASR is one method for addressing seawater intrusion, which occurs when groundwater is withdrawn faster than it can be replenished. ASR involves injecting treated surface water into the aquifers on the landward side of the seawater-contaminated areas with a goal of raising groundwater levels and stopping seawater intrusion.
This feasibility study evaluates a project concept from the 180/400-foot Aquifer Subbasin and Monterey Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plans, referred to as the Seasonal Releases with ASR. In the course of preparing the study, the scope was revised resulting in the updated description of New Diversion of Winter High Flows for ASR project concept, Alternatives 1 and 1A.
Learn more about the project and read the draft study.
Apply for the Coastal Resilience Fellowships
There’s still time to apply for fellowship positions with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that support the Regional Adaptation for Climate Resilience of Monterey Bay Coastal Communities Project. The two-year fellowships begin in June 2025 and each fellow will be paired with a mentor for professional development.
- California Marine Sanctuary Foundation Communications and Outreach Fellow: assist with partner communications and outreach needs including press releases and social media.
Central Coast Wetlands Group Regional Monitoring Fellow: assist with coastal and riparian wetland and living shoreline project monitoring, planning and implementation.
The application deadline is this Friday, Feb. 28. Project descriptions and fellowship specifics for each location are posted on NOAA’s website.