Cadiz (NASDAQ:CDZI) (NASDAQ:CDZI) is a Los Angeles–based environmental services company specializing in water resource management and sustainable infrastructure development. Established in 1983, Cadiz owns approximately 34,000 acres of land in the Cadiz Valley within California’s Mojave Desert. The company’s core focus centers on leveraging these land and water rights to deliver reliable water supplies to municipal, industrial and agricultural customers in Southern California.
The company’s signature initiative, the Cadiz Water Project, is designed to capture and convey groundwater from the Cadiz Valley aquifer through an underground pipeline system. By partnering with regional water agencies, Cadiz aims to store and transport up to 50,000 acre-feet of water annually—enough to serve hundreds of thousands of households. In addition to its water project, Cadiz Farming, LLC manages irrigated farmland on company-owned property, while Cadiz Solar Development explores renewable energy opportunities co-located with existing water infrastructure.
Cadiz’s operations require extensive environmental and regulatory approvals, reflecting its commitment to sustainable practices and groundwater stewardship. The company’s projects are subject to oversight by California water boards, the Bureau of Land Management and other state and federal agencies. This rigorous approval process underscores Cadiz’s emphasis on environmental compliance, habitat protection and community engagement throughout the Mojave Desert and Southern California regions.
Led by a management team with deep expertise in hydrology, environmental policy and sustainable development, Cadiz continues to pursue long-term solutions for water-scarce regions. The leadership group brings together professionals in engineering, real estate, agriculture and regulatory affairs to navigate complex permitting processes and advance infrastructure projects. As California faces ongoing water challenges, Cadiz aims to play a strategic role in diversifying regional water supplies while supporting local economies and ecosystems.
