Fire and Ice: Colorado River Basin states face extreme weather
Pacific storm brings snow, freezing temps, fire risks, and flash flood threats to Colorado River Basin states and surrounding areas.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
UNLV’s innovative project tackles water scarcity in rural areas
UNLV's project uses solar-powered wastewater treatment to provide clean water for rural communities, addressing water scarcity in the U.S. and China.
Lawsuit filed to protect Green River groundwater from lithium mining
A coalition sues to block a lithium mining project, citing risks to Utah's Green River water and ecosystems from unproven extraction methods.
Groundbreaking on phase two of the Salton Sea restoration begins, supported by $250M in federal funds for dust control, water conservation, and habitat protection.
After warning 138 water systems for safety violations affecting 160,000 people, New Mexico invests $78M in water infrastructure. Progress has been made, but challenges remain.
USDA invests nearly $2 million to improve clean water access in rural California, funding infrastructure upgrades and operator training in multiple communities.