Who We Are
We are a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, made up of leaders from a variety of businesses, cities, agricultural groups, labor unions, environmental organizations, water agencies, as well as the general public. Together, we are dedicated to informing and educating Southern Californians about our water needs and our state’s water resources.
Over 35 Years of Service
Join Us
Join our nearly 200 members, spanning Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, San Bernardino, Riverside, Ventura, Kern and Imperial counties. The diversity of our membership sets SCWC apart and enhances our influence, giving us the unique ability to take an all-inclusive approach to our efforts as we facilitate productive dialogue and build consensus to solve California’s most critical water issues.
Member Organizations
Issues and Task Forces
SCWC is an authoritative leader on a wide array of California water issues. To accomplish this goal efficiently and effectively, SCWC’s work is guided by Task Forces tackling different aspects of water issues.
Colorado River
Delta Issues
Equity, Access & Affordability
Legislative
Stormwater
Water-Energy
Water Quality
Water Recycling
Latest News
SCWC Launches New Video Series and Podcast
Through What Matters Water TV + Podcast, SCWC presents engaging and timely conversations about water. We’re excited to present informative, engaging and sometimes humorous stories about the one element we all need for life…water.
Southern California Water Coalition Honored Ronald Gastelum and Christine Compton at Annual Awards
SCWC presented its annual Harriett M. Wieder Award to Ronald Gastelum and the Kathy Cole Award went to Christine Compton in 2021 for their leadership on water issues.
SCWC Launches New Video Series and Podcast
Through What Matters Water TV + Podcast, SCWC presents engaging and timely conversations about water. We’re excited to present informative, engaging and sometimes humorous stories about the one element we all need for life…water.
Southern California Water Coalition Honored Ronald Gastelum and Christine Compton at Annual Awards
SCWC presented its annual Harriett M. Wieder Award to Ronald Gastelum and the Kathy Cole Award went to Christine Compton in 2021 for their leadership on water issues.
Upcoming Events
SCWC holds workshops and networking events throughout the year for members, regional and statewide leaders and stakeholders to discuss California’s critical water issues and inform solutions to our toughest challenges.
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Stormwater Workshop Webinar
Discussing a strategic approach to integrate stormwater and sewer systems. With Council for Watershed Health.
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Drought: Are We Ready? Webinar
Discover how Southern California has prepared for drought and what may be different this time.
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