California American Water Seeks Regulatory Review of $825 Million Monterey Desalination Plan

By Public Technologies
  • California American Water submitted updated Monterey desalination project costs and financing proposals to the California Public Utilities Commission.
  • Construction costs are estimated at $825 million, reflecting permitting delays, legal challenges and rising labor and material costs.
  • Proposed financing and rate measures would reduce customer costs by an estimated $588 million over the project's 40-year life.


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