Utah's new drought primer shows how snowpack, reservoirs, and smart water laws impact everything from farming to wildlife across the Colorado River Basin.
Tag: water conservation
The Bureau of Reclamation awarded nearly $12M to upgrade Orchard Mesa irrigation systems, conserving water and cutting salinity in the Colorado River.
Governor Lujan Grisham issues drought emergency order, mobilizes task force to address severe drought and wildfire risks, and urges immediate water conservation.
Water and environmental groups raise concerns over AI data centers' utility costs, water use, and lack of safeguards on federal lands.
Utah saves 100 million gallons of water with lawn replacements
Utah residents saved over 100 million gallons in 2024 by replacing lawns with waterwise landscaping, boosted by rebates up to $3 per square foot.
Arizona secures $257M in restored federal funds for major water conservation projects, aiming to boost drought resilience and protect the Colorado River.