Utah lawmakers advance a bill requiring data centers to report annual water use, with fines for noncompliance and public disclosure of non-identifying totals.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
Lawmakers warn that Project Jupiter’s fast-tracked deal risks water strain, pollution, and weak public oversight in southern New Mexico.
Heavy storms improved drought in California and parts of the Basin, while warm, dry weather worsened conditions in Wyoming, Montana and the central Plains.
Congressional Research: Colorado River management enters new era
A new congressional report shows the Colorado River’s century-old rules struggling under severe drought, shrinking supplies, and rising competition for water.
Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern Arizona
A new documentary examines how border wall construction in Arizona’s San Rafael Valley could affect groundwater, springs and wildlife corridors.
Western Slope – Historic Shoshone water deal clears major hurdle
Colorado advances historic Shoshone Water Rights deal, securing major instream flow protection and long-term stability for upper Colorado River communities.