TID Water & Power Podcast

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TID Water & Power Podcast Podcast

There’s a lot more involved with delivering power than turning on a light switch. And the water that flows through the canals throughout the Turlock Irrigation District service area, where does that come from? Each month the TID Water & Power Podcast sits down with industry experts and TID employees to discuss fascinating facts and important issues that shape the operations of your community-owned utility. Let’s get social! Facebook: @TurlockID Instagram: @TurlockID Twitter: @TurlockID LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/turlockid Find out more about TID at www.TID.org.

  1. Aquatic Biology and the Fishery

    11 SEPT

    Aquatic Biology and the Fishery

    On Episode 41 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're having a conversation with TID Aquatic Biologist, Pat Maloney.Across the 40 previous episodes of this podcast, we’ve covered a variety of unique topics, and unique positions at the District, but there’s still one you may be unfamiliar with – our aquatic biologist. TID’s biologist studies the Tuolumne River, coordinates on District operations, and even spends a portion of his time in schools teaching the next generation all about th...

    52 min

  2. 14 AUG

    Sustainable Groundwater Management Act Update

    On Episode 40 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Director of Water Resources and Regulatory Affairs, Michael Cooke, to discuss a big SGMA update.Following the third year of a historic drought, the state passed a series of bills that we refer to as SGMA and would become the framework for how groundwater would be managed throughout California. Since then, TID and its partners in the Turlock Subbasin have been developing (and revising) its plan to sustainably manage groundw...

    32 min
  3. Lineworkers

    10 JUL

    Lineworkers

    On Episode 39 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Line Supervisor, Duarte Xavier, to discuss TID's lineworkers.When you think of TID, your first thought may be a bucket truck driving down the road or a lineman climbing a pole to restore power. But, even with that visual, you may not really understand what our lineman do. Day or night, rain or shine, soaring heat or freezing temperatures, TID lineworkers put in the work to maintain and improve our system and respond when o...

    1h 13m
  4. Careers at TID

    12 JUN

    Careers at TID

    On Episode 38 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Director of Human Resources, Jorian Reed, to discuss careers at TID.TID has long been a pillar of the community and, as such, has been a desirable location for those looking to build a career. However, with retirements and a changing workforce, the District is ever-evolving to develop and recruit the next generation that will lead the District forward.On this episode we discuss the different types of career pat...

    40 min
  5. Don Pedro Life Extension Project

    8 MAY

    Don Pedro Life Extension Project

    On Episode 37 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Director of Power Generation, Tim Payne, to discuss the Don Pedro Life Extension.Later this month, the Don Pedro Project will celebrate its 52nd Anniversary. From valuable hydropower, to flood control and recreation, the project has served the District and our community incredibly well. However, as typical with aging infrastructure, Don Pedro needs to undergo a major life extension project to continue its valuable se...

    1h 2m
  6. Value of Hydropower

    10 APR

    Value of Hydropower

    On Episode 36 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Assistant General Manager, Power Supply, Dan Severson, to discuss the value of hydropower.Since 1923, when TID entered the retail electric business, clean, reliable hydropower has been part of our generation portfolio. Even as electric demand continues to rise, and more regulatory constraints have been put on TID’s operations, hydropower remains a very valuable resource – and may be getting even more valuable.On this...

    1h 7m
  7. Land Surveying

    13 MAR

    Land Surveying

    On Episode 35 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Surveying and Right-of-Way Manager, Tristan Higgins, to discuss land surveying.While you may be able to spot surveyors and their equipment at an intersection or construction project, a lot of folks might not understand what they do. At TID, the Surveying Department plays an especially important role in a variety of areas around the District.On this episode we discuss the areas the Surveying team covers, the exciting projec...

    1h 21m
  8. Groundwater Recharge Projects

    14 FEB

    Groundwater Recharge Projects

    On Episode 34 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Supervising Engineering Technician, Wes Miller, to discuss groundwater recharge projects.The 2022-23 Water Year was the third wettest on record and, thanks for quick action and innovative solutions, TID was able to pilot several groundwater recharge projects using that flood water.However, with ever changing hydrological conditions and the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (or SGMA), the District will need to continue...

    1h 11m
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There’s a lot more involved with delivering power than turning on a light switch. And the water that flows through the canals throughout the Turlock Irrigation District service area, where does that come from? Each month the TID Water & Power Podcast sits down with industry experts and TID employees to discuss fascinating facts and important issues that shape the operations of your community-owned utility. Let’s get social! Facebook: @TurlockID Instagram: @TurlockID Twitter: @TurlockID LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/turlockid Find out more about TID at www.TID.org.

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  • Creator
    Turlock Irrigation District
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 TID Water & Power Podcast
  • Show Website
    TID Water & Power Podcast

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