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A new study outlines how Melbourne, Australia, cut its water consumption in half during a recent drought. Here's what California could learn.

A mysterious die-off of freshwater mussels has scientists scrambling to find a cause. Freshwater mussels clean water and provide habitat to countless other species.

Constructing the 750-foot wide temporary rock barrier across a channel in the Delta will prevent salt water contamination, according to a state water official.

California's punishing multi-year drought could put a financial squeeze on some of the state's water agencies.

Researchers from UC Irvine and San Diego State University Friday announced study results that may provide insight on how native plant habitats can more successfully recover from wildfires.

The new technique involves planting trees closer together and pruning them to keep them short and fat. When tested the technique doubled output.

New research finds millions of people are getting enough calories but not enough essential nutrients. We asked leading researchers how to fix the problem.

The relentless drought has turned almonds into a target for water conservationists who bemoan that it takes one gallon of water to grow one almond. Growers say the bad rap is unfair and misleading.

Bird die-off at the Salton Sea could be an indicator that the ecological health of the lake is getting worse.

Téa Obreht's new novel, Inland, was inspired by the myths of the American West, and by a little-known episode in U.S. history: the military's unsuccessful attempt to use camels as pack animals.