Data & analysis for resilient water management

California Data Collaborative was founded by respected water managers to enable data-informed policies and decisions for a resilient water future. Our community promotes collaboration and strategic partnerships, producing cutting-edge software, data analysis, and applied research.

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Our Members

Join the next generation of water leaders shaping a sustainable water future together

We are a 501c3 nonprofit governed by our members and dedicated to serving their unique needs.

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Our Services

Discover a path to success through membership, collaboration, consulting and education

Our members lead the water industry by developing data tools and resources.

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A network of diverse partners bring fresh insights to cultivate creative approaches.

Our Collaborators

CaDC data experts understand your needs and craft custom solutions.

Our Services

Our events and resources engage and empower the water community.

Our Resources

Introducing Wavelet,
our flagship data analysis platform for water retailers

Experience the power of our advanced data analytics dashboard, designed to help you unlock valuable insights into customer consumption and efficiency trends.

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Gain support for all levels of water decision-making

For Boards and Executives

Join our leadership community focused on cultivating excellence through data-driven water management, and provide your staff with the necessary tools for cost-effective demand management.

Our Collaborators

Connect with our cross-sector collaborators to transform the water industry

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The Association of California Water Agencies has tapped into policy analysis by CaDC to help inform the legislative priorities of water suppliers.

Our first Innovation Ecosystem Partner, Arcadis, brings a global perspective and powerful software tools to address California’s unique water challenges.

Creative collaborations with students at UC Berkeley and staff at the State Water Board are leveraging artificial intelligence to aid regulatory understanding.

Our Recognition

Read how our mission is making a big impact

Commitments to Action on Building a Sustainable Water Future

Effective and Ethical Data Sharing at Scale

Safe Drinking Water is a Right. Experts want AI to Help Make it a Reality

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Member Stories

Learn how we helped our members transform their use of data

“The community around the CaDC is a valuable asset to ACWD for developing innovative ideas and solutions to both common and emerging new problems across water districts.”

Stephanie Nevins

Alameda County Water District

“Imagine if you had your team looking at your systems and you were able to multiply that team by ten to solve your utility problems… That’s the kind of thing you get from the CaDC. ”

Deven upadhyay

Metropolitan Water District of southern california

“By tapping into the CaDC community, we were able to learn how to use data to inform and drive our programs. It's a great place to exchange ideas.”

JENNA SHIMMIN

Eastern Municipal WATER DISTRICT

Case Studies

How Data Science Can Get More Grant Funding for your Water Agency

To access grants, water retailers must demonstrate how their projects contribute to water conservation goals. The smart use of data can help water retailers meet these grant requirements and make...

How Desert Water Agency Prepares for Changing Regulations with the CaDC

Like her peers across California, Ashley Metzger, Outreach and Conservation Manager for Desert Water Agency (DWA), received an email from…

Calleguas MWD Plans for Emergencies with the CaDC

For Dan Drugan, Manager of Resources at Calleguas Municipal Water District, planning for both predicted and unforeseen changes in the District’s water supply is an essential part of the job.

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Discover what’s possible for your water district with the CaDC on your side.