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California pushes groundwater gains with data and farm deals

California’s LandFlex Program and improved groundwater data mark major progress in protecting wells, boosting storage, and meeting Sustainable Groundwater Management Act goals early.

Reclamation eyes new water projects in Lower Colorado Basin

The Bureau of Reclamation is exploring partnerships like the Mojave Groundwater Bank to boost long-term drought resilience in the Lower Colorado River Basin.

Drought Aid: $223M to amplify water supplies

Interior invests $223M in water recycling/desalination to curb drought in eight states, adding over 300,000 acre-feet of supply each year.

Boosting water-smart landscapes in Nevada

Nevada invests $60 million in water-smart landscapes, converting turf to desert greenery, led by Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto.

Biden-Harris administration dedicates $41M for water, ecosystems

Biden’s infrastructure funds boost 21 water and ecosystem projects across 11 states, strengthening communities facing drought.

New federal funds to boost Upper Colorado River habitat

New federal funds support Upper Colorado River habitat restoration, drought resilience, and water savings in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming.

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Deborah on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025
Perhaps technological alternatives could provide a balance.
Dan on Border wall documentary examines water risk in southern ArizonaNovember 22, 2025
And what impact do millions of illegals crossing have on the fragile environment?
Deborah on Western states see mixed drought trends amid early stormsNovember 13, 2025
True.
Helen Ck on California marks record-low Colorado River useNovember 10, 2025
California has been making all the wrong choices about water for over a century. Eventually short sightedness demands we pstmy…
Helen Ck on Western states see mixed drought trends amid early stormsNovember 10, 2025
I think we need to prepare ourselves for massive global movements of populations as more people are forced to become…