Date of Graduation
Spring 5-19-2023
Document Access
Project/Capstone - Global access
Degree Name
Master of Science in Environmental Management (MSEM)
College/School
College of Arts and Sciences
Department/Program
Environmental Management
First Advisor
Tracy Benning
Second Advisor
Jalel Sager
Abstract
The state of California is just one place in the world that is experiencing an increasing demand for freshwater while also experiencing increasingly hotter conditions and longer periods of drought. There are a number of plants slated for development in the state of California but have been met with resistance from the public with concerns regarding their impacts to the surrounding marine environments. This paper provides background on desalination plants, provides evidence for a potential indicator species, identifies potential impacts to marine environments, and addresses stakeholder concerns and perceptions around desalination plants.
Recommended Citation
Acosta, Rebecca A., "Desalination: Adapting to a changing climate and an increasing demand for freshwater" (2023). Master's Projects and Capstones. 1522.
https://repository.usfca.edu/capstone/1522
Included in
Environmental Monitoring Commons, Natural Resources and Conservation Commons, Natural Resources Management and Policy Commons, Other Environmental Sciences Commons, Other Plant Sciences Commons, Water Resource Management Commons
