New research highlights climate change threats to rural U.S. water systems and proposes a community-driven framework for building resilient, equitable solutions.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
Bureau of Indian Affairs announces 2025 irrigation rate adjustments
The BIA announced 2025 irrigation rate increases to cover rising operational costs, despite public feedback, with significant adjustments for the Colorado River Irrigation Project.
New Mexico's 50-Year Water Action Plan addresses climate-driven water challenges with conservation, new water sources, and infrastructure investment.
Colorado River conservation plan approved; will benefit Lake Mead
The Bureau of Reclamation approves the Imperial Irrigation District's Colorado River conservation plan, securing up to 300,000 acre-feet annually to support Lake Mead amid ongoing drought.
Nevada is incentivizing water conservation by offering rebates for replacing grass lawns with desert landscaping, ahead of a 2027 ban on non-functional grass irrigation.
Arizona has reactivated the Greater Arizona Development Authority (GADA) to provide financial assistance for rural and tribal infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater systems.