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Professional social media usually entails trendy buzz words— trends— self-promotion to be recognized. Bucking that trend, I find it is better to speak from the heart. Yesterday, my colleagues from California tribes and Delta environmental justice communities showed the depth of their understanding of California water. History, culture, law, statistics, fishery science, water quality data, HABs science, and interdisciplinary work between water and pollution science studies. They are my heart. They are the future of California water management. They are leaders with a true moral center working for the greater good of all Californians. I am so proud to have the chance to work with them all. Not in order on the photo or all present: Vice Chair Malissa Tayaba, Gary Mulcahy, Krystal Moreno, Ivan Sennock, Sherri Norris, Zach Giggone, Spencer Fern, Cintia Cortez, Gloria Alonso Cruz, James Sarmento, Emily and Michelle, the home team on social media at RTD, and Tama Brisbane. All power and joy for the real greater good.

If you have a moment, or two, or hours in an airport, take a listen to this week's We Grow California episode - Moving at the Speed of Trust. Thank you Chairman Adán Ortega Jr. for the title inspiration! This week, Darcy Villere and I discuss some pretty incredible milestone events. First, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California entered into two Memorandums of Understanding. The first with Friant Water Authority and Westland Water District and the second with the San Joaquin Valley Blueprint. These non-binding agreements open the door to explore mutual beneficial groundwater storage projects as well as other water reliability efforts. Urban and Ag are working together to solve big issues, and some said it would never happen! It all starts with trust. Speaking of trust, I also share some results from a recent Public Trust focus group study. Spoiler alert – it’s not good. And we heard from you regarding our out-of-the-box water infrastructure funding ideas, more on that conversation to come. How are we doing? Do you like what you hear? You can provide comments, suggestions, questions, or recommendations at ecwaterpac.com/podcast . Thanks for tuning in! https://lnkd.in/gKyPFkHT

Having just had the pleasure of work experience students working alongside us with aspirations for becoming future changemakers, this is an excellent blog by Green Alliance. 3 tips for the next generation taking their initial steps into employment. Actually a great read at whatever stage of your career is! #Changemakers #SustainabilityRoles #CliamateChat

The summer issue of the Southwest Water Works Journal from Southwest Section AWWA is out now, and we are thrilled to highlight an article by our very own Assistant City Manager of Operations, Kenneth Schwab, on page 6. He shares his valuable insights on the importance of sharing experiences and the power of collaboration. His perspective is not only inspiring but also a testament to the values we cherish here in Broken Arrow. Check out the issue here: https://lnkd.in/g8j75VnE

"You want that job to get the experience but can’t get the job without the experience. It’s a cruel trap. But it’s one everyone starts in, and yet most find a way out" In our latest blog, Matthew Spencer, global director landscapes at IDH and former director of Green Alliance, reflects on his career in the environmental sector and offers his three top tips for those starting out. 💻🌳 🔗 Link in the comments ⬇️

🌳🌱🌿Happy Arbor Day! Get outside and plant a tree! Check out this article from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to learn other ways you can celebrate Arbor Day this year! ➡️https://hubs.li/Q02tYKtJ0

An awesome webinar series (not because I was involved 🙂) for those looking to understand ocean/marine policy in greater detail. This one should be of particular interest to scientists and policy folks (and others I'm sure). Please consider attending/sharing.

It's not what we do, but how we do it. Listen to my colleague LaTonya Derrick explain the importance of community consultation in transportation projects #equityindesign #stantecproud #bettertogether

🌊 Realizing Progress in Ocean Conservation: A Testament to Time and Teamwork 🌊 As a former leader of Protect Our Future, it's nothing short of amazing to see the seeds we planted in 2019 bear fruit. Our collective dream took shape when George Town Harbour was first nominated as a Hope Spot by Mission Blue / Sylvia Earle Alliance—an achievement reflecting that progress truly demands both work and patience. It's a bittersweet moment as I share this news from afar, due to my current academic pursuits. However, the incredible current leaders along with the representation by Chloe, with whom I led POF, leave no room for anything but pride and admiration. During her visit to Cayman, the legendary Sylvia Earle underscored a powerful message: "Saving the ocean is a team sport." This resonates deeply with our ethos at POF, where we've been advocating for Cayman's reefs since 2017. Over 200 attendees, including educators, students, and notable community figures, were there to witness a movement gaining momentum. Although I couldn't be there in person, my heart swelled hearing about the event's success. Evie Sweetman and Chloe Bentick-Lalli, alongside Premier Wayne Panton, spoke powerfully, demonstrating the formidable leadership that will drive POF and our shared mission forward. The Hope Spot designation is not just a title—it's a commitment to protect, conserve, and engage the community. It's an embodiment of hope, and the event, graced by Dr. Earle's presence, was nothing less than inspirational. Join me in celebrating this monumental step in ocean conservation. Let's take a moment to appreciate the journey, the effort, and the unyielding spirit of advocacy that has brought us here. The future is indeed hopeful, and it's ours to protect. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gue3FuKZ #HopeSpot #OceanConservation #ProtectOurFuture #MissionBlue #SylviaEarle #EnvironmentalAdvocacy #CommunityImpact #Leadership #Conservation #CaymanIslands