Forever chemicals (PFAS): EPA tightens chemical safety rules
EPA tightens chemical rules to curb PFAS harming farmers, safeguard public health, and phase out cancer-causing solvents.
Category: Water News
New legislation and stricter rules aim to halt invasive mussels, protect waterways, and preserve ecosystems across the West.
Colorado River water levels dip as Lake Powell faces challenges
Colorado River reservoirs face declining levels, with Lake Powell at 38%. Snowpack shows promise, but management challenges remain.
New federal funds support Upper Colorado River habitat restoration, drought resilience, and water savings in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming.
Nevada to host listening session in Fallon for concerned citizens
Fallon hosts a public listening session to address water concerns and community input to shape Nevada’s future water strategies.
Apache and other Tribes join effort to conserve Colorado River
Five tribes sign $43.7M deals with U.S. to conserve Colorado River water, saving thousands of acre-feet in Lake Mead and promoting sustainable use. Beyond these tribal agreements, the Bureau of...