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The Search for Solutions to Colorado’s Water CrisisThe Search for Solutions to Colorado’s Water Crisis

The Search for Solutions to Colorado’s Water Crisis

Photo illustration by C. J. Burton Nearly half a million homes in the Centennial State could be without water by…

2 years ago
From snowpack to groundwater: Here’s a look at water supply conditions across CaliforniaFrom snowpack to groundwater: Here’s a look at water supply conditions across California

From snowpack to groundwater: Here’s a look at water supply conditions across California

The first week of February brought only modest amounts of rain and snow but despite that, California's snowpack and many…

2 years ago
Challenges of Forecasting Water Supply During Extreme Weather EventsChallenges of Forecasting Water Supply During Extreme Weather Events

Challenges of Forecasting Water Supply During Extreme Weather Events

Photo: Deep snow has blanketed the meadow where the second media snow survey of the 2023 season was held at…

2 years ago
It’s Time to Plan for Drier Western RiversIt’s Time to Plan for Drier Western Rivers

It’s Time to Plan for Drier Western Rivers

Three recent studies highlight how climate change will jeopardize the water supply from Western rivers. The best antidote, researchers say,…

5 years ago
California hit hard as Trump weakens clean water protectionsCalifornia hit hard as Trump weakens clean water protections

California hit hard as Trump weakens clean water protections

Photo: Under the new rule, the Clean Water Act’s protections would no longer apply to most small streams and wetlands,…

5 years ago
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